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NC04 LJJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 172,625 miles on the clock, averaging 13,834 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 NC04 LJJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
172,625
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2007
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
13,834

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading172,625 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,284
Average per year13,834
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NC04 LJJ 72k97k122k147k173k '07'14'10

Check NC04 LJJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage172,625 miles
Since last MOT+9,284 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,341 miles
Since last MOT+7,956 miles
PASS
Mileage155,385 miles
Since last MOT+10,705 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,680 miles
Since last MOT+12,884 miles
PASS
Mileage131,796 miles
Since last MOT+8,726 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,070 miles
Since last MOT+14,495 miles
PASS
Mileage108,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,575 miles
Since last MOT+36,699 miles
PASS
Mileage71,876 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

RegistrationNC04 LJJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeNC — Newcastle, North
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About NC04 LJJ

What car is NC04 LJJ?

NC04 LJJ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.

What is the mileage of NC04 LJJ?

The last recorded mileage for NC04 LJJ was 172,625 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NC04 LJJ passed its MOT?

NC04 LJJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2014.

Is NC04 LJJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC04 LJJ 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 NC04 LJJ?

NC04 LJJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.