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MK04 JPU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 155,447 miles on the clock, averaging 14,594 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 MK04 JPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,447
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
14,594

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 reading155,447 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,594
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MK04 JPU 79k98k117k136k155k '07'12'10

Check MK04 JPU

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,447 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,447 miles
Since last MOT+14,925 miles
PASS
Mileage140,522 miles
Since last MOT+14,209 miles
PASS
Mileage126,313 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,313 miles
Since last MOT+18,081 miles
PASS
Mileage108,232 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,232 miles
Since last MOT+13,726 miles
PASS
Mileage94,506 miles
Since last MOT+15,662 miles
PASS
Mileage78,844 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

RegistrationMK04 JPU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About MK04 JPU

What car is MK04 JPU?

MK04 JPU is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of MK04 JPU?

The last recorded mileage for MK04 JPU was 155,447 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK04 JPU passed its MOT?

MK04 JPU has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2012.

Is MK04 JPU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK04 JPU 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 MK04 JPU?

MK04 JPU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.