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KB04 BNU

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 105,393 miles on the clock, averaging 6,724 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 BNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,393
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,724

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading105,393 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,724
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KB04 BNU 33k51k69k87k105k '07'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,393 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,393 miles
Since last MOT+4,686 miles
PASS
Mileage100,707 miles
Since last MOT+5,068 miles
PASS
Mileage95,639 miles
Since last MOT+14,354 miles
PASS
Mileage81,285 miles
Since last MOT+10,887 miles
PASS
Mileage70,398 miles
Since last MOT+2,437 miles
PASS
Mileage67,961 miles
Since last MOT+5,043 miles
PASS
Mileage62,918 miles
Since last MOT+4,865 miles
PASS
Mileage58,053 miles
Since last MOT+3,638 miles
PASS
Mileage54,415 miles
Since last MOT+4,881 miles
PASS
Mileage49,534 miles
Since last MOT+6,199 miles
PASS
Mileage43,335 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,335 miles
Since last MOT+10,111 miles
PASS
Mileage33,224 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 BNU
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 BNU

What car is KB04 BNU?

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

What is the mileage of KB04 BNU?

The last recorded mileage for KB04 BNU was 105,393 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB04 BNU passed its MOT?

KB04 BNU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2018.

Is KB04 BNU ULEZ compliant?

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

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