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RL04 MJE

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 108,264 miles on the clock, averaging 7,094 miles per year, 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 RL04 MJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,264
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,094

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

Below average
Latest reading108,264 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year7,094
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RL04 MJE 49k64k78k93k108k '07'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,264 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,255 miles
Since last MOT+9,230 miles
PASS
Mileage99,025 miles
Since last MOT+3,369 miles
PASS
Mileage95,656 miles
Since last MOT+3,378 miles
PASS
Mileage92,278 miles
Since last MOT+3,368 miles
PASS
Mileage88,910 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,910 miles
Since last MOT+3,682 miles
PASS
Mileage85,228 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,218 miles
Since last MOT+7,228 miles
PASS
Mileage77,990 miles
Since last MOT+8,957 miles
PASS
Mileage69,033 miles
Since last MOT+20,094 miles
PASS
Mileage48,939 miles
Since last MOT+225 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,714 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

RegistrationRL04 MJE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About RL04 MJE

What car is RL04 MJE?

RL04 MJE is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RL04 MJE?

The last recorded mileage for RL04 MJE was 108,264 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL04 MJE passed its MOT?

RL04 MJE has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2016.

Is RL04 MJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL04 MJE 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 RL04 MJE?

RL04 MJE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.