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SW04 ULF

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 147,006 miles on the clock, averaging 9,757 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 SW04 ULF

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,006
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,757

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 reading147,006 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,757
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW04 ULF 31k60k89k118k147k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,006 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,006 miles
Since last MOT+2,053 miles
PASS
Mileage144,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,953 miles
Since last MOT+2,478 miles
PASS
Mileage142,475 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,475 miles
Since last MOT+1,746 miles
PASS
Mileage140,729 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,729 miles
Since last MOT+1,837 miles
PASS
Mileage138,892 miles
Since last MOT+3,607 miles
PASS
Mileage135,285 miles
Since last MOT+10,087 miles
PASS
Mileage125,198 miles
Since last MOT+9,264 miles
PASS
Mileage115,934 miles
Since last MOT+5,226 miles
PASS
Mileage110,708 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,708 miles
Since last MOT+15,288 miles
PASS
Mileage95,420 miles
Since last MOT+22,154 miles
PASS
Mileage73,266 miles
Since last MOT+20,219 miles
PASS
Mileage53,047 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,047 miles
Since last MOT+22,032 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,015 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

RegistrationSW04 ULF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About SW04 ULF

What car is SW04 ULF?

SW04 ULF is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2004.

What is the mileage of SW04 ULF?

The last recorded mileage for SW04 ULF was 147,006 miles, recorded on 9 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW04 ULF passed its MOT?

SW04 ULF has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2019.

Is SW04 ULF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW04 ULF 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 SW04 ULF?

SW04 ULF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.