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KB04 KZU

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 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 156,059 miles on the clock, averaging 10,359 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 KZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,059
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
10,359

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading156,059 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,359
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KB04 KZU 34k65k95k126k156k '07'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,059 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,059 miles
Since last MOT+10,279 miles
PASS
Mileage145,780 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,780 miles
Since last MOT+8,931 miles
PASS
Mileage136,849 miles
Since last MOT+16,955 miles
PASS
Mileage119,894 miles
Since last MOT+17,598 miles
PASS
Mileage102,296 miles
Since last MOT+5,931 miles
PASS
Mileage96,365 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,363 miles
Since last MOT+7,056 miles
PASS
Mileage89,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,307 miles
Since last MOT+8,343 miles
PASS
Mileage80,964 miles
Since last MOT+6,944 miles
PASS
Mileage74,020 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,020 miles
Since last MOT+7,193 miles
PASS
Mileage66,827 miles
Since last MOT+6,869 miles
PASS
Mileage59,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,958 miles
Since last MOT+4,846 miles
PASS
Mileage55,112 miles
Since last MOT+20,893 miles
PASS
Mileage34,219 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,219 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 KZU
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 KZU

What car is KB04 KZU?

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

What is the mileage of KB04 KZU?

The last recorded mileage for KB04 KZU was 156,059 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB04 KZU passed its MOT?

KB04 KZU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2019.

Is KB04 KZU ULEZ compliant?

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

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