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KC04 FTA

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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 99,070 miles on the clock, averaging 3,581 miles per year, well 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 KC04 FTA

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,070
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,581

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

Low mileage
Latest reading99,070 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,013
Average per year3,581
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KC04 FTA 47k60k73k86k99k '07'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,070 miles
Since last MOT+1,013 miles
PASS
Mileage98,057 miles
Since last MOT+3,497 miles
PASS
Mileage94,560 miles
Since last MOT+2,946 miles
PASS
Mileage91,614 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,614 miles
Since last MOT+1,301 miles
PASS
Mileage90,313 miles
Since last MOT+3,301 miles
PASS
Mileage87,012 miles
Since last MOT+2,001 miles
PASS
Mileage85,011 miles
Since last MOT+1,263 miles
PASS
Mileage83,748 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,748 miles
Since last MOT+558 miles
PASS
Mileage83,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,190 miles
Since last MOT+4,611 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,579 miles
Since last MOT+6,599 miles
PASS
Mileage71,980 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,980 miles
Since last MOT+4,451 miles
PASS
Mileage67,529 miles
Since last MOT+3,040 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,489 miles
Since last MOT+7,922 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,567 miles
Since last MOT+9,403 miles
PASS
Mileage47,164 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,164 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

RegistrationKC04 FTA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeKC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About KC04 FTA

What car is KC04 FTA?

KC04 FTA is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2004.

What is the mileage of KC04 FTA?

The last recorded mileage for KC04 FTA was 99,070 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KC04 FTA passed its MOT?

KC04 FTA has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2021.

Is KC04 FTA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC04 FTA 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 KC04 FTA?

KC04 FTA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.