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SK04 ARX

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 237,764 miles on the clock, averaging 21,790 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 SK04 ARX

MOT Status
Due date passed
237,764
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
21,790

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading237,764 miles
Reading date
Average per year21,790
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SK04 ARX 55k101k146k192k238k '07'15'13

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage237,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage237,764 miles
Since last MOT+10,061 miles
PASS
Mileage227,703 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage227,701 miles
Since last MOT+11,122 miles
PASS
Mileage216,579 miles
Since last MOT+9,231 miles
PASS
Mileage207,348 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage207,341 miles
Since last MOT+10,934 miles
PASS
Mileage196,407 miles
Since last MOT+141,488 miles
PASS
Mileage54,919 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

RegistrationSK04 ARX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSK — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About SK04 ARX

What car is SK04 ARX?

SK04 ARX is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.

What is the mileage of SK04 ARX?

The last recorded mileage for SK04 ARX was 237,764 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SK04 ARX passed its MOT?

SK04 ARX has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2015.

Is SK04 ARX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK04 ARX 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 SK04 ARX?

SK04 ARX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.