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RA04 RRZ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 91,448 miles on the clock, averaging 8,409 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 RA04 RRZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,448
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,409

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading91,448 miles
Reading date
Miles last year72
Average per year8,409
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA04 RRZ 39k52k65k78k91k '07'13'11

Check RA04 RRZ

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,448 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,376 miles
Since last MOT+4,625 miles
PASS
Mileage86,751 miles
Since last MOT+5,974 miles
PASS
Mileage80,777 miles
Since last MOT+3,757 miles
PASS
Mileage77,020 miles
Since last MOT+3,996 miles
PASS
Mileage73,024 miles
Since last MOT+17,045 miles
PASS
Mileage55,979 miles
Since last MOT+16,510 miles
PASS
Mileage39,469 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

RegistrationRA04 RRZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About RA04 RRZ

What car is RA04 RRZ?

RA04 RRZ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RA04 RRZ?

The last recorded mileage for RA04 RRZ was 91,448 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA04 RRZ passed its MOT?

RA04 RRZ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jul 2013.

Is RA04 RRZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA04 RRZ 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 RRZ?

RA04 RRZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.