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RF04 UKB

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 213,141 miles on the clock, averaging 17,058 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 RF04 UKB

MOT Status
Due date passed
213,141
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
54%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
17,058

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading213,141 miles
Reading date
Average per year17,058
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF04 UKB 79k112k146k180k213k '07'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage213,141 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage213,141 miles
Since last MOT+11,815 miles
PASS
Mileage201,326 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage201,326 miles
Since last MOT+6,622 miles
PASS
Mileage194,704 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage194,701 miles
Since last MOT+7,165 miles
PASS
Mileage187,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage187,536 miles
Since last MOT+24,313 miles
PASS
Mileage163,223 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,223 miles
Since last MOT+17,657 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,566 miles
Since last MOT+22,374 miles
PASS
Mileage123,192 miles
Since last MOT+44,453 miles
PASS
Mileage78,739 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

RegistrationRF04 UKB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About RF04 UKB

What car is RF04 UKB?

RF04 UKB is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RF04 UKB?

The last recorded mileage for RF04 UKB was 213,141 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF04 UKB passed its MOT?

RF04 UKB has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2015.

Is RF04 UKB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF04 UKB 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 RF04 UKB?

RF04 UKB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.