Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 147,793 miles on the clock, averaging 7,946 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 MA04 CAU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,793 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,472 |
| Average per year | 7,946 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | MA04 CAU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About MA04 CAU
What car is MA04 CAU?
MA04 CAU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MA04 CAU?
The last recorded mileage for MA04 CAU was 147,793 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA04 CAU passed its MOT?
MA04 CAU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 15 Nov 2019.
Is MA04 CAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA04 CAU 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 CAU?
MA04 CAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.