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PX04 BYB

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 168,744 miles on the clock, averaging 7,743 miles per year, around 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 PX04 BYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,744
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,743

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading168,744 miles
Reading date
Miles last year34
Average per year7,743
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX04 BYB 71k95k120k144k169k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,744 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,710 miles
Since last MOT+4,029 miles
PASS
Mileage164,681 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,681 miles
Since last MOT+4,752 miles
PASS
Mileage159,929 miles
Since last MOT+4,440 miles
PASS
Mileage155,489 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,489 miles
Since last MOT+8,365 miles
PASS
Mileage147,124 miles
Since last MOT+11,309 miles
PASS
Mileage135,815 miles
Since last MOT+12,209 miles
PASS
Mileage123,606 miles
Since last MOT+10,504 miles
PASS
Mileage113,102 miles
Since last MOT+9,318 miles
PASS
Mileage103,784 miles
Since last MOT+5,247 miles
PASS
Mileage98,537 miles
Since last MOT+276 miles
PASS
Mileage98,261 miles
Since last MOT+2,141 miles
PASS
Mileage96,120 miles
Since last MOT+12,141 miles
PASS
Mileage83,979 miles
Since last MOT+12,915 miles
PASS
Mileage71,064 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

RegistrationPX04 BYB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PX04 BYB

What car is PX04 BYB?

PX04 BYB is a white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2004.

What is the mileage of PX04 BYB?

The last recorded mileage for PX04 BYB was 168,744 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX04 BYB passed its MOT?

PX04 BYB has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2019.

Is PX04 BYB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX04 BYB 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 PX04 BYB?

PX04 BYB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.