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LM04 UPB

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 128,746 miles on the clock, averaging 11,751 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 LM04 UPB

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,746
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,751

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 reading128,746 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,431
Average per year11,751
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM04 UPB 23k49k76k102k129k '07'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,746 miles
Since last MOT+10,431 miles
PASS
Mileage118,315 miles
Since last MOT+10,270 miles
PASS
Mileage108,045 miles
Since last MOT+8,242 miles
PASS
Mileage99,803 miles
Since last MOT+14,660 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,143 miles
Since last MOT+12,476 miles
PASS
Mileage72,667 miles
Since last MOT+10,041 miles
PASS
Mileage62,626 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,626 miles
Since last MOT+10,920 miles
PASS
Mileage51,706 miles
Since last MOT+14,273 miles
PASS
Mileage37,433 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,433 miles
Since last MOT+14,536 miles
PASS
Mileage22,897 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

RegistrationLM04 UPB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LM04 UPB

What car is LM04 UPB?

LM04 UPB is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2004.

What is the mileage of LM04 UPB?

The last recorded mileage for LM04 UPB was 128,746 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM04 UPB passed its MOT?

LM04 UPB has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2016.

Is LM04 UPB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM04 UPB 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 LM04 UPB?

LM04 UPB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.