2004 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · KH04 YCM
2004 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 97,809 miles. MOT valid until 06 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,809 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KH04 YCM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/10/2026
- 97,809 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KH04 YCM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Ford Focus (KH04 YCM) between September 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both rear shocks (5.3.2 (d))”; “Central Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
KH04 YCM Mileage History
- 18/09/202475,404 mi
- 21/09/202475,405 mi+1 mi
- 08/10/202578,124 mi+2,719 mi
- 30/09/202697,636 mi+19,512 mi
- 03/10/202697,809 mi+173 mi
Average of roughly 10,985 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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