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MB04 AMU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1800cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1800cc
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 1800cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 170,089 miles on the clock, averaging 10,787 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 MB04 AMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,089
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,787

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading170,089 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18
Average per year10,787
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MB04 AMU 99k117k135k152k170k '08'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,089 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,071 miles
Since last MOT+20,433 miles
PASS
Mileage149,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,638 miles
Since last MOT+4,946 miles
PASS
Mileage144,692 miles
Since last MOT+9,132 miles
PASS
Mileage135,560 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,560 miles
Since last MOT+9,940 miles
PASS
Mileage125,620 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,620 miles
Since last MOT+11,737 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,883 miles
Since last MOT+14,795 miles
PASS
Mileage99,088 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

RegistrationMB04 AMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1800cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeMB — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About MB04 AMU

What car is MB04 AMU?

MB04 AMU is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1800cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of MB04 AMU?

The last recorded mileage for MB04 AMU was 170,089 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MB04 AMU passed its MOT?

MB04 AMU has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2015.

Is MB04 AMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MB04 AMU 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 MB04 AMU?

MB04 AMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.