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KC04 UBM

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 134,522 miles on the clock, averaging 9,556 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 KC04 UBM

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,522
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,556

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading134,522 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,311
Average per year9,556
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KC04 UBM 43k66k89k112k135k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,522 miles
Since last MOT+6,311 miles
PASS
Mileage128,211 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,210 miles
Since last MOT+6,478 miles
PASS
Mileage121,732 miles
Since last MOT+5,112 miles
PASS
Mileage116,620 miles
Since last MOT+6,669 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,951 miles
Since last MOT+10,340 miles
PASS
Mileage99,611 miles
Since last MOT+8,972 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,639 miles
Since last MOT+9,717 miles
PASS
Mileage80,922 miles
Since last MOT+20,145 miles
PASS
Mileage60,777 miles
Since last MOT+17,750 miles
PASS
Mileage43,027 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 UBM
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 UBM

What car is KC04 UBM?

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

What is the mileage of KC04 UBM?

The last recorded mileage for KC04 UBM was 134,522 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KC04 UBM passed its MOT?

KC04 UBM has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2016.

Is KC04 UBM ULEZ compliant?

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

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