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PE04 LFJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 71,392 miles on the clock, averaging 9,098 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 PE04 LFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,392
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
9,098

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 reading71,392 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year9,098
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE04 LFJ 21k33k46k59k71k '07'12'10

Check PE04 LFJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage71,392 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,386 miles
Since last MOT+23,720 miles
PASS
Mileage47,666 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,664 miles
Since last MOT+14,352 miles
PASS
Mileage33,312 miles
Since last MOT+7,749 miles
PASS
Mileage25,563 miles
Since last MOT+4,259 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,304 miles
Since last MOT+10,353 miles
PASS
Mileage10,951 miles
PASS
Mileage20,654 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

RegistrationPE04 LFJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PE04 LFJ

What car is PE04 LFJ?

PE04 LFJ is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.

What is the mileage of PE04 LFJ?

The last recorded mileage for PE04 LFJ was 71,392 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE04 LFJ passed its MOT?

PE04 LFJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2012.

Is PE04 LFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE04 LFJ 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 PE04 LFJ?

PE04 LFJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.