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PE04 UBJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Preston, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 173,050 miles on the clock, averaging 11,664 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 UBJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,050
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,664

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,050 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,022
Average per year11,664
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE04 UBJ 65k92k119k146k173k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,050 miles
Since last MOT+6,022 miles
PASS
Mileage167,028 miles
Since last MOT+9,123 miles
PASS
Mileage157,905 miles
Since last MOT+6,632 miles
PASS
Mileage151,273 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,273 miles
Since last MOT+5,192 miles
PASS
Mileage146,081 miles
Since last MOT+10,456 miles
PASS
Mileage135,625 miles
Since last MOT+13,927 miles
PASS
Mileage121,698 miles
Since last MOT+10,387 miles
PASS
Mileage111,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,311 miles
Since last MOT+22,315 miles
PASS
Mileage88,996 miles
Since last MOT+23,722 miles
PASS
Mileage65,274 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 UBJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PE04 UBJ

What car is PE04 UBJ?

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

What is the mileage of PE04 UBJ?

The last recorded mileage for PE04 UBJ was 173,050 miles, recorded on 4 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE04 UBJ passed its MOT?

PE04 UBJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2016.

Is PE04 UBJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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