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RJ04 EPE

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 171,408 miles on the clock, averaging 9,873 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 EPE

MOT Status
Due date passed
171,408
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,873

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 reading171,408 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,383
Average per year9,873
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ04 EPE 46k77k109k140k171k '07'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage171,408 miles
Since last MOT+13,383 miles
PASS
Mileage158,025 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,019 miles
Since last MOT+10,084 miles
PASS
Mileage147,935 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,906 miles
Since last MOT+3,313 miles
PASS
Mileage144,593 miles
Since last MOT+6,847 miles
PASS
Mileage137,746 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,746 miles
Since last MOT+9,555 miles
PASS
Mileage128,191 miles
Since last MOT+9,249 miles
PASS
Mileage118,942 miles
Since last MOT+19,346 miles
PASS
Mileage99,596 miles
Since last MOT+12,745 miles
PASS
Mileage86,851 miles
Since last MOT+9,437 miles
PASS
Mileage77,414 miles
Since last MOT+14,905 miles
PASS
Mileage62,509 miles
Since last MOT+16,448 miles
PASS
Mileage46,061 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 EPE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About RJ04 EPE

What car is RJ04 EPE?

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

What is the mileage of RJ04 EPE?

The last recorded mileage for RJ04 EPE was 171,408 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ04 EPE passed its MOT?

RJ04 EPE has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 13 Jan 2020.

Is RJ04 EPE ULEZ compliant?

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

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