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MA04 DWU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1796cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1796cc
ColourGreen
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 1796cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 173,241 miles on the clock, averaging 22,792 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 DWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,241
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
22,792

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 reading173,241 miles
Reading date
Average per year22,792
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MA04 DWU 83k105k128k151k173k '07'11'10

Check MA04 DWU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,241 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,241 miles
Since last MOT+13,634 miles
PASS
Mileage159,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,607 miles
Since last MOT+15,732 miles
PASS
Mileage143,875 miles
Since last MOT+30,560 miles
PASS
Mileage113,315 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,315 miles
Since last MOT+30,616 miles
PASS
Mileage82,699 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 DWU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1796cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About MA04 DWU

What car is MA04 DWU?

MA04 DWU is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of MA04 DWU?

The last recorded mileage for MA04 DWU was 173,241 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA04 DWU passed its MOT?

MA04 DWU has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2011.

Is MA04 DWU ULEZ compliant?

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

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