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SP04 XXY

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Dundee, 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 167,867 miles on the clock, averaging 14,724 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 SP04 XXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,867
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
14,724

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 reading167,867 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,229
Average per year14,724
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SP04 XXY 30k64k99k133k168k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage167,867 miles
Since last MOT+18,229 miles
PASS
Mileage149,638 miles
Since last MOT+19,474 miles
PASS
Mileage130,164 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,163 miles
Since last MOT+17,590 miles
PASS
Mileage112,573 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,573 miles
Since last MOT+14,039 miles
PASS
Mileage98,534 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,534 miles
Since last MOT+14,353 miles
PASS
Mileage84,181 miles
Since last MOT+19,100 miles
PASS
Mileage65,081 miles
Since last MOT+22,440 miles
PASS
Mileage42,641 miles
Since last MOT+2,905 miles
PASS
Mileage39,736 miles
Since last MOT+5,660 miles
PASS
Mileage34,076 miles
Since last MOT+4,365 miles
PASS
Mileage29,711 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

RegistrationSP04 XXY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About SP04 XXY

What car is SP04 XXY?

SP04 XXY is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Dundee in 2004.

What is the mileage of SP04 XXY?

The last recorded mileage for SP04 XXY was 167,867 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP04 XXY passed its MOT?

SP04 XXY has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2016.

Is SP04 XXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP04 XXY 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 SP04 XXY?

SP04 XXY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.