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WA04 KBV

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 176,039 miles on the clock, averaging 6,300 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 WA04 KBV

MOT Status
Due date passed
176,039
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2013
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,300

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading176,039 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,292
Average per year6,300
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA04 KBV 138k147k157k166k176k '13'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage176,039 miles
Since last MOT+3,292 miles
PASS
Mileage172,747 miles
Since last MOT+85 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,662 miles
Since last MOT+7,904 miles
PASS
Mileage164,758 miles
Since last MOT+9,682 miles
PASS
Mileage155,076 miles
Since last MOT+5,337 miles
PASS
Mileage149,739 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,739 miles
Since last MOT+1,053 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,686 miles
Since last MOT+3,908 miles
PASS
Mileage144,778 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,767 miles
Since last MOT+6,984 miles
PASS
Mileage137,783 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

RegistrationWA04 KBV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About WA04 KBV

What car is WA04 KBV?

WA04 KBV is a white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WA04 KBV?

The last recorded mileage for WA04 KBV was 176,039 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA04 KBV passed its MOT?

WA04 KBV has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 9 Oct 2019.

Is WA04 KBV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA04 KBV 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 WA04 KBV?

WA04 KBV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.