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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 134,082 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).
MOT & Mileage History for RF04 UTW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 134,082 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,710 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RF04 UTW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RF04 UTW
What car is RF04 UTW?
RF04 UTW is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RF04 UTW?
The last recorded mileage for RF04 UTW was 134,082 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF04 UTW passed its MOT?
RF04 UTW has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 11 Apr 2018.
Is RF04 UTW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF04 UTW 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 UTW?
RF04 UTW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.