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MA04 BZJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 53,350 miles on the clock, averaging 9,716 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 MA04 BZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
53,350
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2007
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
9,716

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading53,350 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,748
Average per year9,716
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MA04 BZJ 34k39k44k48k53k '07'09'08

Check MA04 BZJ

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage53,350 miles
Since last MOT+9,748 miles
PASS
Mileage43,602 miles
Since last MOT+9,857 miles
PASS
Mileage33,745 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

RegistrationMA04 BZJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About MA04 BZJ

What car is MA04 BZJ?

MA04 BZJ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of MA04 BZJ?

The last recorded mileage for MA04 BZJ was 53,350 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA04 BZJ passed its MOT?

MA04 BZJ has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2009.

Is MA04 BZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA04 BZJ 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 MA04 BZJ?

MA04 BZJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.