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LR04 XBL

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 147,198 miles on the clock, averaging 10,778 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 LR04 XBL

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,198
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,778

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 reading147,198 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,177
Average per year10,778
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR04 XBL 45k70k96k122k147k '07'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,198 miles
Since last MOT+5,177 miles
PASS
Mileage142,021 miles
Since last MOT+8,232 miles
PASS
Mileage133,789 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,788 miles
Since last MOT+6,620 miles
PASS
Mileage127,168 miles
Since last MOT+10,925 miles
PASS
Mileage116,243 miles
Since last MOT+11,930 miles
PASS
Mileage104,313 miles
Since last MOT+16,105 miles
PASS
Mileage88,208 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,208 miles
Since last MOT+15,269 miles
PASS
Mileage72,939 miles
Since last MOT+4,930 miles
PASS
Mileage68,009 miles
Since last MOT+17,779 miles
PASS
Mileage50,230 miles
Since last MOT+8,812 miles
PASS
Mileage41,418 miles
PASS
Mileage44,626 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,626 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 XBL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LR04 XBL

What car is LR04 XBL?

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

What is the mileage of LR04 XBL?

The last recorded mileage for LR04 XBL was 147,198 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR04 XBL passed its MOT?

LR04 XBL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2016.

Is LR04 XBL ULEZ compliant?

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

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