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GX04 LFG

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 157,476 miles on the clock, averaging 13,174 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 LFG

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,476
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2010
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
13,174

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 reading157,476 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,557
Average per year13,174
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GX04 LFG 116k127k137k147k157k '10'13'12

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,476 miles
Since last MOT+20,557 miles
PASS
Mileage136,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,919 miles
Since last MOT+11,197 miles
PASS
Mileage125,722 miles
Since last MOT+9,346 miles
PASS
Mileage116,376 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,367 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 LFG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 LFG

What car is GX04 LFG?

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

What is the mileage of GX04 LFG?

The last recorded mileage for GX04 LFG was 157,476 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GX04 LFG passed its MOT?

GX04 LFG has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2013.

Is GX04 LFG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX04 LFG 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 LFG?

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