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ST04 MTE

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 148,294 miles on the clock, averaging 17,160 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 ST04 MTE

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,294
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
100%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
17,160

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,294 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,741
Average per year17,160
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ST04 MTE 45k71k97k123k148k '07'13'10

Check ST04 MTE

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,294 miles
Since last MOT+2,741 miles
PASS
Mileage145,553 miles
Since last MOT+21,665 miles
PASS
Mileage123,888 miles
Since last MOT+19,962 miles
PASS
Mileage103,926 miles
Since last MOT+21,693 miles
PASS
Mileage82,233 miles
Since last MOT+17,330 miles
PASS
Mileage64,903 miles
Since last MOT+18,413 miles
PASS
Mileage46,490 miles
Since last MOT+1,140 miles
PASS
Mileage45,350 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

RegistrationST04 MTE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About ST04 MTE

What car is ST04 MTE?

ST04 MTE is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Dundee in 2004.

What is the mileage of ST04 MTE?

The last recorded mileage for ST04 MTE was 148,294 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST04 MTE passed its MOT?

ST04 MTE has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2013.

Is ST04 MTE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST04 MTE 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 ST04 MTE?

ST04 MTE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.