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SH04 MTF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 182,207 miles on the clock, averaging 7,012 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 SH04 MTF

MOT Status
Due date passed
182,207
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
7,012

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading182,207 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,648
Average per year7,012
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH04 MTF 111k129k147k164k182k '07'17'12

Check SH04 MTF

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage182,207 miles
Since last MOT+6,648 miles
PASS
Mileage175,559 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,556 miles
Since last MOT+5,054 miles
PASS
Mileage170,502 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,476 miles
Since last MOT+4,993 miles
PASS
Mileage165,483 miles
Since last MOT+5,552 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,931 miles
Since last MOT+4,207 miles
PASS
Mileage155,724 miles
Since last MOT+2,053 miles
PASS
Mileage153,671 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,671 miles
Since last MOT+10,264 miles
PASS
Mileage143,407 miles
Since last MOT+11,577 miles
PASS
Mileage131,830 miles
Since last MOT+11,513 miles
PASS
Mileage120,317 miles
Since last MOT+7,100 miles
PASS
Mileage113,217 miles
Since last MOT+2,141 miles
PASS
Mileage111,076 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

RegistrationSH04 MTF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About SH04 MTF

What car is SH04 MTF?

SH04 MTF is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.

What is the mileage of SH04 MTF?

The last recorded mileage for SH04 MTF was 182,207 miles, recorded on 20 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH04 MTF passed its MOT?

SH04 MTF has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2017.

Is SH04 MTF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH04 MTF 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 SH04 MTF?

SH04 MTF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.