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GX04 LDU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 164,169 miles on the clock, averaging 10,616 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for GX04 LDU

MOT Status
Due date passed
164,169
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2010
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
10,616

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading164,169 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,616
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GX04 LDU 112k125k138k151k164k '10'15'13

Check GX04 LDU

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,169 miles
Since last MOT+21,732 miles
PASS
Mileage142,437 miles
Since last MOT+9,312 miles
PASS
Mileage133,125 miles
Since last MOT+8,586 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,539 miles
Since last MOT+6,477 miles
PASS
Mileage118,062 miles
Since last MOT+6,404 miles
PASS
Mileage111,658 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 LDU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeGX — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About GX04 LDU

What car is GX04 LDU?

GX04 LDU is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.

What is the mileage of GX04 LDU?

The last recorded mileage for GX04 LDU was 164,169 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GX04 LDU passed its MOT?

GX04 LDU has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2015.

Is GX04 LDU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX04 LDU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GX04 LDU?

GX04 LDU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.