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PJ04 XTS

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 165,046 miles on the clock, averaging 10,095 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 XTS

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,046
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,095

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading165,046 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,095
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ04 XTS 64k89k114k140k165k '07'17'13

Check PJ04 XTS

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,046 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,046 miles
Since last MOT+11,497 miles
PASS
Mileage153,549 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,549 miles
Since last MOT+11,143 miles
PASS
Mileage142,406 miles
Since last MOT+254 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,152 miles
Since last MOT+10,889 miles
PASS
Mileage131,263 miles
Since last MOT+369 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,894 miles
Since last MOT+10,789 miles
PASS
Mileage120,105 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,103 miles
Since last MOT+4,919 miles
PASS
Mileage115,184 miles
Since last MOT+7,470 miles
PASS
Mileage107,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,714 miles
Since last MOT+8,371 miles
PASS
Mileage99,343 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,343 miles
Since last MOT+7,435 miles
PASS
Mileage91,908 miles
Since last MOT+12,906 miles
PASS
Mileage79,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,002 miles
Since last MOT+15,499 miles
PASS
Mileage63,503 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 XTS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PJ04 XTS

What car is PJ04 XTS?

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

What is the mileage of PJ04 XTS?

The last recorded mileage for PJ04 XTS was 165,046 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ04 XTS passed its MOT?

PJ04 XTS has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2017.

Is PJ04 XTS ULEZ compliant?

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

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