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PX04 BYD

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 165,926 miles on the clock, averaging 16,856 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 PX04 BYD

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,926
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
16,856

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 reading165,926 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,258
Average per year16,856
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PX04 BYD 81k102k123k145k166k '07'12'10

Check PX04 BYD

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage165,926 miles
Since last MOT+11,258 miles
PASS
Mileage154,668 miles
Since last MOT+9,055 miles
PASS
Mileage145,613 miles
Since last MOT+19,001 miles
PASS
Mileage126,612 miles
Since last MOT+22,393 miles
PASS
Mileage104,219 miles
Since last MOT+23,163 miles
PASS
Mileage81,056 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 BYD
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 BYD

What car is PX04 BYD?

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

What is the mileage of PX04 BYD?

The last recorded mileage for PX04 BYD was 165,926 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX04 BYD passed its MOT?

PX04 BYD has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 11 Apr 2012.

Is PX04 BYD ULEZ compliant?

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

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