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SF04 TLX

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 156,897 miles on the clock, averaging 19,679 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 SF04 TLX

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,897
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2010
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
19,679

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading156,897 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,134
Average per year19,679
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SF04 TLX 50k77k104k130k157k '10'15'13

Check SF04 TLX

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,897 miles
Since last MOT+11,134 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,763 miles
Since last MOT+15,811 miles
PASS
Mileage129,952 miles
Since last MOT+6,313 miles
PASS
Mileage123,639 miles
Since last MOT+10,892 miles
PASS
Mileage112,747 miles
Since last MOT+17,712 miles
PASS
Mileage95,035 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,035 miles
Since last MOT+35,744 miles
PASS
Mileage59,291 miles
Since last MOT+1,166 miles
PASS
Mileage58,125 miles
Since last MOT+7,641 miles
PASS
Mileage50,484 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

RegistrationSF04 TLX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSF — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About SF04 TLX

What car is SF04 TLX?

SF04 TLX is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.

What is the mileage of SF04 TLX?

The last recorded mileage for SF04 TLX was 156,897 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SF04 TLX passed its MOT?

SF04 TLX has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2015.

Is SF04 TLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF04 TLX 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 SF04 TLX?

SF04 TLX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.