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DG04 VGD

2004 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

177,899 mi
Last recorded177,899 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 VGD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 177,899 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 177,899 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 161,463 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 146,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Jan 2014 146,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 131,317 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Feb 2013 131,317 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 115,047 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 104,070 miles

Both front disc's slightly corroded

Both front tyres wearing on inside edge.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 97,114 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 97,114 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Mar 2009 86,418 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 86,418 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 80,896 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 68,253 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 68,253 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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DG04 VGD is a 2004 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 73,902 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG04 VGD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG04 VGD registered?

DG04 VGD is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is DG04 VGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG04 VGD shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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