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PE04 LJF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 220,909 miles on the clock, averaging 10,406 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 LJF

MOT Status
Due date passed
220,909
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2007
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
10,406

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 reading220,909 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,506
Average per year10,406
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE04 LJF 93k125k157k189k221k '07'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage220,909 miles
Since last MOT+9,506 miles
PASS
Mileage211,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage211,403 miles
Since last MOT+9,430 miles
PASS
Mileage201,973 miles
Since last MOT+3,674 miles
PASS
Mileage198,299 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage198,299 miles
Since last MOT+10,239 miles
PASS
Mileage188,060 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage188,060 miles
Since last MOT+7,490 miles
PASS
Mileage180,570 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage180,570 miles
Since last MOT+7,971 miles
PASS
Mileage172,599 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,540 miles
Since last MOT+9,945 miles
PASS
Mileage162,595 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage162,589 miles
Since last MOT+4,010 miles
PASS
Mileage158,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,579 miles
Since last MOT+4,663 miles
PASS
Mileage153,916 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,916 miles
Since last MOT+12,917 miles
PASS
Mileage140,999 miles
Since last MOT+19,748 miles
PASS
Mileage121,251 miles
Since last MOT+28,340 miles
PASS
Mileage92,911 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 LJF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PE04 LJF

What car is PE04 LJF?

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

What is the mileage of PE04 LJF?

The last recorded mileage for PE04 LJF was 220,909 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE04 LJF passed its MOT?

PE04 LJF has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2019.

Is PE04 LJF ULEZ compliant?

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

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