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KB04 AXA

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 177,217 miles on the clock, averaging 14,060 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 KB04 AXA

MOT Status
Due date passed
177,217
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2007
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
14,060

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading177,217 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,266
Average per year14,060
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KB04 AXA 89k111k133k155k177k '07'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage177,217 miles
Since last MOT+20,266 miles
PASS
Mileage156,951 miles
Since last MOT+18,031 miles
PASS
Mileage138,920 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,918 miles
Since last MOT+18,358 miles
PASS
Mileage120,560 miles
Since last MOT+19,308 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,252 miles
Since last MOT+3,632 miles
PASS
Mileage97,620 miles
Since last MOT+1,686 miles
PASS
Mileage95,934 miles
Since last MOT+7,123 miles
PASS
Mileage88,811 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,796 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 AXA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 AXA

What car is KB04 AXA?

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

What is the mileage of KB04 AXA?

The last recorded mileage for KB04 AXA was 177,217 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB04 AXA passed its MOT?

KB04 AXA has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2013.

Is KB04 AXA ULEZ compliant?

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

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