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NL04 RGV

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 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 93,374 miles on the clock, averaging 5,827 miles per year, below 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 NL04 RGV

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,374
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2007
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
5,827

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,374 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,212
Average per year5,827
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NL04 RGV 46k58k70k82k93k '07'15'11

Check NL04 RGV

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,374 miles
Since last MOT+8,212 miles
PASS
Mileage85,162 miles
Since last MOT+5,672 miles
PASS
Mileage79,490 miles
Since last MOT+4,867 miles
PASS
Mileage74,623 miles
Since last MOT+5,008 miles
PASS
Mileage69,615 miles
Since last MOT+5,520 miles
PASS
Mileage64,095 miles
Since last MOT+6,189 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,906 miles
Since last MOT+5,192 miles
PASS
Mileage52,714 miles
Since last MOT+6,227 miles
PASS
Mileage46,487 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

RegistrationNL04 RGV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About NL04 RGV

What car is NL04 RGV?

NL04 RGV is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.

What is the mileage of NL04 RGV?

The last recorded mileage for NL04 RGV was 93,374 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL04 RGV passed its MOT?

NL04 RGV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Mar 2015.

Is NL04 RGV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL04 RGV 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 NL04 RGV?

NL04 RGV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.