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RJ04 BZF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 every one. It has 125,387 miles on the clock, averaging 9,521 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 RJ04 BZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,387
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
100%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
9,521

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading125,387 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,931
Average per year9,521
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RJ04 BZF 52k70k88k107k125k '07'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,387 miles
Since last MOT+5,931 miles
PASS
Mileage119,456 miles
Since last MOT+6,607 miles
PASS
Mileage112,849 miles
Since last MOT+10,070 miles
PASS
Mileage102,779 miles
Since last MOT+11,244 miles
PASS
Mileage91,535 miles
Since last MOT+11,774 miles
PASS
Mileage79,761 miles
Since last MOT+10,661 miles
PASS
Mileage69,100 miles
Since last MOT+17,594 miles
PASS
Mileage51,506 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

RegistrationRJ04 BZF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About RJ04 BZF

What car is RJ04 BZF?

RJ04 BZF is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RJ04 BZF?

The last recorded mileage for RJ04 BZF was 125,387 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ04 BZF passed its MOT?

RJ04 BZF has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2015.

Is RJ04 BZF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ04 BZF 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 RJ04 BZF?

RJ04 BZF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.