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KV04 VTF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 149,523 miles on the clock, averaging 11,493 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 KV04 VTF

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,523
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,493

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,523 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year11,493
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KV04 VTF 55k78k102k126k150k '07'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,523 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,516 miles
Since last MOT+11,047 miles
PASS
Mileage138,469 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,463 miles
Since last MOT+8,941 miles
PASS
Mileage129,522 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,516 miles
Since last MOT+11,968 miles
PASS
Mileage117,548 miles
Since last MOT+12,252 miles
PASS
Mileage105,296 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,290 miles
Since last MOT+12,716 miles
PASS
Mileage92,574 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,471 miles
Since last MOT+11,340 miles
PASS
Mileage81,131 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,131 miles
Since last MOT+13,569 miles
PASS
Mileage67,562 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,562 miles
Since last MOT+12,780 miles
PASS
Mileage54,782 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

RegistrationKV04 VTF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About KV04 VTF

What car is KV04 VTF?

KV04 VTF is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.

What is the mileage of KV04 VTF?

The last recorded mileage for KV04 VTF was 149,523 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV04 VTF passed its MOT?

KV04 VTF has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2015.

Is KV04 VTF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV04 VTF 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 KV04 VTF?

KV04 VTF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.