Vehicle summary
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 170,121 miles on the clock, averaging 9,337 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 RA04 EAX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,121 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,941 |
| Average per year | 9,337 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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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
| Registration | RA04 EAX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RA04 EAX
What car is RA04 EAX?
RA04 EAX is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RA04 EAX?
The last recorded mileage for RA04 EAX was 170,121 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA04 EAX passed its MOT?
RA04 EAX has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2018.
Is RA04 EAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA04 EAX 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 RA04 EAX?
RA04 EAX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.