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KE04 HTP

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 178,727 miles on the clock, averaging 10,071 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 KE04 HTP

MOT Status
Due date passed
178,727
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,071

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading178,727 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22,590
Average per year10,071
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KE04 HTP 39k74k109k144k179k '07'21'13

Check KE04 HTP

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage178,727 miles
Since last MOT+22,590 miles
PASS
Mileage156,137 miles
Since last MOT+14,917 miles
PASS
Mileage141,220 miles
Since last MOT+4,727 miles
PASS
Mileage136,493 miles
Since last MOT+7,874 miles
PASS
Mileage128,619 miles
Since last MOT+8,094 miles
PASS
Mileage120,525 miles
Since last MOT+2,467 miles
PASS
Mileage118,058 miles
Since last MOT+200 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,858 miles
Since last MOT+4,540 miles
PASS
Mileage113,318 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,221 miles
Since last MOT+7,609 miles
PASS
Mileage105,612 miles
Since last MOT+11,101 miles
PASS
Mileage94,511 miles
Since last MOT+13,456 miles
PASS
Mileage81,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,055 miles
Since last MOT+14,972 miles
PASS
Mileage66,083 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,083 miles
Since last MOT+13,770 miles
PASS
Mileage52,313 miles
Since last MOT+202 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,111 miles
Since last MOT+13,180 miles
PASS
Mileage38,931 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

RegistrationKE04 HTP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeKE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About KE04 HTP

What car is KE04 HTP?

KE04 HTP is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2004.

What is the mileage of KE04 HTP?

The last recorded mileage for KE04 HTP was 178,727 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KE04 HTP passed its MOT?

KE04 HTP has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2021.

Is KE04 HTP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE04 HTP 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 KE04 HTP?

KE04 HTP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.