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KC04 UEL

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 134,372 miles on the clock, averaging 8,669 miles per year, around 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 UEL

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,372
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,669

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,372 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year8,669
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KC04 UEL 53k73k94k114k134k '07'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,372 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,369 miles
Since last MOT+3,238 miles
PASS
Mileage131,131 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,086 miles
Since last MOT+6,039 miles
PASS
Mileage125,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,391 miles
PASS
Mileage120,656 miles
Since last MOT+6,938 miles
PASS
Mileage113,718 miles
Since last MOT+5,003 miles
PASS
Mileage108,715 miles
Since last MOT+6,152 miles
PASS
Mileage102,563 miles
Since last MOT+15,969 miles
PASS
Mileage86,594 miles
Since last MOT+16,813 miles
PASS
Mileage69,781 miles
Since last MOT+16,910 miles
PASS
Mileage52,871 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 UEL
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 UEL

What car is KC04 UEL?

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

What is the mileage of KC04 UEL?

The last recorded mileage for KC04 UEL was 134,372 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KC04 UEL passed its MOT?

KC04 UEL has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2016.

Is KC04 UEL ULEZ compliant?

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

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