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KC04 TEJ

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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 129,010 miles on the clock, averaging 5,673 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 KC04 TEJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,010
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
5,673

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 reading129,010 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,673
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KC04 TEJ 30k55k80k104k129k '07'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,010 miles
Since last MOT+9,142 miles
PASS
Mileage119,868 miles
Since last MOT+5,512 miles
PASS
Mileage114,356 miles
Since last MOT+6,062 miles
PASS
Mileage108,294 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,294 miles
Since last MOT+3,359 miles
PASS
Mileage104,935 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,935 miles
Since last MOT+5,183 miles
PASS
Mileage99,752 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage93,611 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage86,636 miles
Since last MOT+120 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,516 miles
Since last MOT+7,835 miles
PASS
Mileage78,681 miles
Since last MOT+11,104 miles
PASS
Mileage67,577 miles
Since last MOT+2,486 miles
PASS
Mileage65,091 miles
Since last MOT+4,176 miles
PASS
Mileage60,915 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,915 miles
Since last MOT+4,545 miles
PASS
Mileage56,370 miles
Since last MOT+4,435 miles
PASS
Mileage51,935 miles
Since last MOT+4,493 miles
PASS
Mileage47,442 miles
Since last MOT+4,709 miles
PASS
Mileage42,733 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,733 miles
Since last MOT+1,066 miles
PASS
Mileage41,667 miles
Since last MOT+4,934 miles
PASS
Mileage36,733 miles
Since last MOT+6,271 miles
PASS
Mileage30,462 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 TEJ
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 TEJ

What car is KC04 TEJ?

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

What is the mileage of KC04 TEJ?

The last recorded mileage for KC04 TEJ was 129,010 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KC04 TEJ passed its MOT?

KC04 TEJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2024.

Is KC04 TEJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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