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WL04 UYW

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Truro, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 162,617 miles on the clock, averaging 9,703 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 WL04 UYW

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,617
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
9,703

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 reading162,617 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,703
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL04 UYW 22k57k92k128k163k '07'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,617 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,617 miles
Since last MOT+2,506 miles
PASS
Mileage160,111 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,085 miles
Since last MOT+5,835 miles
PASS
Mileage154,250 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,250 miles
Since last MOT+4,307 miles
PASS
Mileage149,943 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,936 miles
Since last MOT+3,666 miles
PASS
Mileage146,270 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,269 miles
Since last MOT+89,452 miles
PASS
Mileage56,817 miles
PASS
Mileage136,136 miles
Since last MOT+11,921 miles
PASS
Mileage124,215 miles
Since last MOT+13,791 miles
PASS
Mileage110,424 miles
Since last MOT+171 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,253 miles
Since last MOT+10,502 miles
PASS
Mileage99,751 miles
Since last MOT+7,407 miles
PASS
Mileage92,344 miles
Since last MOT+13,235 miles
PASS
Mileage79,109 miles
Since last MOT+12,786 miles
PASS
Mileage66,323 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,323 miles
Since last MOT+13,795 miles
PASS
Mileage52,528 miles
Since last MOT+17,822 miles
PASS
Mileage34,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,706 miles
Since last MOT+12,515 miles
PASS
Mileage22,191 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

RegistrationWL04 UYW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About WL04 UYW

What car is WL04 UYW?

WL04 UYW is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Truro in 2004.

What is the mileage of WL04 UYW?

The last recorded mileage for WL04 UYW was 162,617 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL04 UYW passed its MOT?

WL04 UYW has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2021.

Is WL04 UYW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL04 UYW 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 WL04 UYW?

WL04 UYW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.