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KB04 ACJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 130,200 miles on the clock, averaging 5,733 miles per year, below 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 KB04 ACJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,200
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,733

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading130,200 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year5,733
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KB04 ACJ 38k61k84k107k130k '07'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,200 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,194 miles
Since last MOT+12,636 miles
PASS
Mileage117,558 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,558 miles
Since last MOT+3,998 miles
PASS
Mileage113,560 miles
Since last MOT+385 miles
PASS
Mileage113,175 miles
Since last MOT+2,713 miles
PASS
Mileage110,462 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage104,321 miles
Since last MOT+1,558 miles
PASS
Mileage102,763 miles
Since last MOT+1,275 miles
PASS
Mileage101,488 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,488 miles
Since last MOT+2,062 miles
PASS
Mileage99,426 miles
Since last MOT+1,665 miles
PASS
Mileage97,761 miles
Since last MOT+5,326 miles
PASS
Mileage92,435 miles
Since last MOT+6,827 miles
PASS
Mileage85,608 miles
Since last MOT+11,468 miles
PASS
Mileage74,140 miles
Since last MOT+8,551 miles
PASS
Mileage65,589 miles
Since last MOT+8,647 miles
PASS
Mileage56,942 miles
Since last MOT+8,282 miles
PASS
Mileage48,660 miles
Since last MOT+10,618 miles
PASS
Mileage38,042 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

RegistrationKB04 ACJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeKB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About KB04 ACJ

What car is KB04 ACJ?

KB04 ACJ is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2004.

What is the mileage of KB04 ACJ?

The last recorded mileage for KB04 ACJ was 130,200 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB04 ACJ passed its MOT?

KB04 ACJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2023.

Is KB04 ACJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KB04 ACJ 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 KB04 ACJ?

KB04 ACJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.