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YR04 SZJ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 251,738 miles on the clock, averaging 23,314 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 YR04 SZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
251,738
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
23,314

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading251,738 miles
Reading date
Miles last year27,272
Average per year23,314
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YR04 SZJ 16k75k134k193k252k '07'17'12

Check YR04 SZJ

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage251,738 miles
Since last MOT+27,272 miles
PASS
Mileage224,466 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage224,466 miles
Since last MOT+26,193 miles
PASS
Mileage198,273 miles
Since last MOT+22,873 miles
PASS
Mileage175,400 miles
Since last MOT+26,475 miles
PASS
Mileage148,925 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,925 miles
Since last MOT+18,597 miles
PASS
Mileage130,328 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,289 miles
Since last MOT+21,956 miles
PASS
Mileage108,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,333 miles
Since last MOT+24,568 miles
PASS
Mileage83,765 miles
Since last MOT+26,869 miles
PASS
Mileage56,896 miles
Since last MOT+24,280 miles
PASS
Mileage32,616 miles
Since last MOT+16,796 miles
PASS
Mileage15,820 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

RegistrationYR04 SZJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About YR04 SZJ

What car is YR04 SZJ?

YR04 SZJ is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.

What is the mileage of YR04 SZJ?

The last recorded mileage for YR04 SZJ was 251,738 miles, recorded on 10 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR04 SZJ passed its MOT?

YR04 SZJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 May 2017.

Is YR04 SZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR04 SZJ 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 YR04 SZJ?

YR04 SZJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.