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PJ04 XPU

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 12 (50% pass rate). It has 201,648 miles on the clock, averaging 12,052 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 PJ04 XPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
201,648
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2007
50%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 12 failed

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

12

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
12,052

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 reading201,648 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,052
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ04 XPU 46k85k124k163k202k '07'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage201,648 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage201,648 miles
Since last MOT+16,855 miles
PASS
Mileage184,793 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,773 miles
Since last MOT+15,018 miles
PASS
Mileage169,755 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage153,678 miles
Since last MOT+9,997 miles
PASS
Mileage143,681 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,681 miles
Since last MOT+12,560 miles
PASS
Mileage131,121 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,121 miles
Since last MOT+14,590 miles
PASS
Mileage116,531 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,529 miles
Since last MOT+9,159 miles
PASS
Mileage107,370 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,318 miles
Since last MOT+6,801 miles
PASS
Mileage100,517 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,502 miles
Since last MOT+10,316 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,186 miles
Since last MOT+13,387 miles
PASS
Mileage76,799 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,794 miles
Since last MOT+13,664 miles
PASS
Mileage63,130 miles
Since last MOT+131 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,999 miles
Since last MOT+14,499 miles
PASS
Mileage48,500 miles
Since last MOT+2,769 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,731 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

RegistrationPJ04 XPU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PJ04 XPU

What car is PJ04 XPU?

PJ04 XPU is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.

What is the mileage of PJ04 XPU?

The last recorded mileage for PJ04 XPU was 201,648 miles, recorded on 8 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ04 XPU passed its MOT?

PJ04 XPU has had 24 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (12 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2020.

Is PJ04 XPU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ04 XPU 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 PJ04 XPU?

PJ04 XPU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.