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RJ04 CAX

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 91,890 miles on the clock, averaging 4,136 miles per year, well below 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 CAX

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,890
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,136

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading91,890 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,641
Average per year4,136
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ04 CAX 42k54k67k79k92k '07'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,890 miles
Since last MOT+2,641 miles
PASS
Mileage89,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,249 miles
Since last MOT+2,540 miles
PASS
Mileage86,709 miles
Since last MOT+2,367 miles
PASS
Mileage84,342 miles
Since last MOT+2,791 miles
PASS
Mileage81,551 miles
Since last MOT+3,242 miles
PASS
Mileage78,309 miles
Since last MOT+3,180 miles
PASS
Mileage75,129 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,129 miles
Since last MOT+4,018 miles
PASS
Mileage71,111 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,111 miles
Since last MOT+4,473 miles
PASS
Mileage66,638 miles
Since last MOT+4,187 miles
PASS
Mileage62,451 miles
Since last MOT+5,196 miles
PASS
Mileage57,255 miles
Since last MOT+6,549 miles
PASS
Mileage50,706 miles
Since last MOT+8,751 miles
PASS
Mileage41,955 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 CAX
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 CAX

What car is RJ04 CAX?

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

What is the mileage of RJ04 CAX?

The last recorded mileage for RJ04 CAX was 91,890 miles, recorded on 2 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ04 CAX passed its MOT?

RJ04 CAX has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2019.

Is RJ04 CAX ULEZ compliant?

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

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