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LR04 VAV

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 99,391 miles on the clock, averaging 8,557 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 LR04 VAV

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,391
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,557

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 reading99,391 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,219
Average per year8,557
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR04 VAV 22k41k61k80k99k '07'16'12

Check LR04 VAV

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,391 miles
Since last MOT+8,219 miles
PASS
Mileage91,172 miles
Since last MOT+6,936 miles
PASS
Mileage84,236 miles
Since last MOT+9,140 miles
PASS
Mileage75,096 miles
Since last MOT+5,710 miles
PASS
Mileage69,386 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,386 miles
Since last MOT+10,459 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,927 miles
Since last MOT+10,015 miles
PASS
Mileage48,912 miles
Since last MOT+10,372 miles
PASS
Mileage38,540 miles
Since last MOT+7,351 miles
PASS
Mileage31,189 miles
Since last MOT+9,462 miles
PASS
Mileage21,727 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

RegistrationLR04 VAV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LR04 VAV

What car is LR04 VAV?

LR04 VAV is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2004.

What is the mileage of LR04 VAV?

The last recorded mileage for LR04 VAV was 99,391 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR04 VAV passed its MOT?

LR04 VAV has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2016.

Is LR04 VAV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR04 VAV 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 LR04 VAV?

LR04 VAV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.