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RJ04 XUL

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 119,325 miles on the clock, averaging 4,932 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 XUL

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,325
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2007
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,932

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading119,325 miles
Reading date
Miles last year209
Average per year4,932
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ04 XUL 40k60k80k100k119k '07'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,325 miles
Since last MOT+209 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,116 miles
Since last MOT+3,526 miles
PASS
Mileage115,590 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,590 miles
Since last MOT+3,142 miles
PASS
Mileage112,448 miles
Since last MOT+3,415 miles
PASS
Mileage109,033 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,033 miles
Since last MOT+3,191 miles
PASS
Mileage105,842 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,842 miles
Since last MOT+5,935 miles
PASS
Mileage99,907 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,905 miles
Since last MOT+7,130 miles
PASS
Mileage92,775 miles
Since last MOT+3,767 miles
PASS
Mileage89,008 miles
Since last MOT+4,220 miles
PASS
Mileage84,788 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,788 miles
Since last MOT+4,284 miles
PASS
Mileage80,504 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,504 miles
Since last MOT+2,963 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,541 miles
Since last MOT+6,683 miles
PASS
Mileage70,858 miles
Since last MOT+6,737 miles
PASS
Mileage64,121 miles
Since last MOT+4,796 miles
PASS
Mileage59,325 miles
Since last MOT+6,033 miles
PASS
Mileage53,292 miles
Since last MOT+12,960 miles
PASS
Mileage40,332 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 XUL
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 XUL

What car is RJ04 XUL?

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

What is the mileage of RJ04 XUL?

The last recorded mileage for RJ04 XUL was 119,325 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ04 XUL passed its MOT?

RJ04 XUL has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2023.

Is RJ04 XUL ULEZ compliant?

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

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