Ikon Rocam 1.3 Engines
from £375 to £1,200
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: Rocam SOHC, 1.3 Rocam
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Ikon Rocam 1.3 Engines
from £375 to £1,200
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: Rocam SOHC, 1.3 Rocam
Ikon Endura 1.3 Engines
from £250 to £850
Rebuilt units from £650 · Common codes: Endura pushrod, 1.3 Endura
Ikon Rocam 1.6 Engines
from £500 to £1,400
Rebuilt units from £950 · Common codes: Rocam 1.6, Zetec-Rocam

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Every engine code fitted to the Ford Ikon across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Ford Ikon variants.
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1.3 ROCAM] - 1.3L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£550 - £1,250
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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Ford Ikon Rocam Head Gasket Failure
Most affected vehicles
Ford Ikon 1.3 CLXi, 1.3 LXi, 1.3 Flair, 1.3 NXT (2004-2007, Rocam SOHC 1.3)
Failure mileage range
60,000 - 90,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
The Rocam SOHC engine uses a composite head gasket that fails when the cooling system is neglected. Coolant loss, radiator fan failure, or air pockets cause localised overheating - the gasket blows between cylinder and coolant passage, allowing combustion gases into the cooling system.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Gasket Replacement - Stop the leak before engine damage | £800 - £1,400 | £550 - £950 | New MLS head gasket, pressure test cylinder head for cracks, skim if required, new head bolts, coolant flush | 40,000-60,000 miles if cooling system maintained |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt / Reconditioned Engine | £1,500 - £2,500 | £850 - £1,250 | Complete drop-in rebuilt Rocam 1.3 with upgraded head gasket, new timing components, bench tested, 12-month warranty | 60,000+ miles with upgraded components addressing original failure point |
Our recommendation
If caught early (white smoke, coolant loss without overheating), a head gasket replacement on a Rocam 1.3 makes sense. However, on a car worth £1,500-£2,500, once the engine has overheated badly or there's oil/coolant mixing, we recommend replacement. The rebuilt unit includes an upgraded MLS gasket that outlasts the original design - and the labour saving on diagnosis often covers the price difference.
Compare rebuilt Rocam 1.3 engine prices for your Ford Ikon
Every Ford Ikon engine type is available through our UK network with typical price ranges based on variant, engine code (Rocam SOHC or Endura pushrod) and budget.
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All engine types include a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty when sourced through EnginesMarket. Prices are typical UK market ranges based on historical quote data from our network and depend on exact engine code (Rocam SOHC or Endura pushrod), variant (CLXi, LXi, Flair, ZXi, NXT), mileage and supplier. Use our free comparison tool above - enter your registration to get tailored quotes for your specific Ford Ikon within hours.

Every displacement factory-fitted to the Ford Ikon is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify your exact unit.
The 1.4-litre Duratorq DLD-414 engine joined the Ikon range in 2008 as a modern common-rail alternative to the ageing Endura-D. Developed jointly with Peugeot, this unit offered 68 PS and significantly better refinement and fuel economy - though it brought new electronic and emissions-related failure modes that Ikon owners now encounter.
Engine Code(s)
Duratorq DLD-414, 1.4 TDCi
Compatible Models (UK)
1.4 TDCi
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Turbo actuator failure, EGR valve clogging, DPF regeneration issues on short journeys
Production Years: late NXT diesel models, 2008-2011
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Choose your Ford Ikon engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early Endura pushrod petrol to later Rocam SOHC and Duratorq diesel units.
Diesel Ikon variants appeared from 2003 to 2011, first with the simple but underpowered Endura-DE 1.8, then the more modern common-rail Duratorq 1.4 TDCi in late NXT models.
Common Ford Ikon Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Diesel Ikon variants appeared from 2003 to 2011, first with the simple but underpowered Endura-DE 1.8, then the more modern common-rail Duratorq 1.4 TDCi in late NXT models.
Common Ford Ikon Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Petrol engines powered the vast majority of Ford Ikon imports reaching the UK, split between the pre-2004 Endura pushrod 1.3 and the facelifted Rocam SOHC 1.3 and 1.6 petrol units (2004-2007).
Common Ford Ikon Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
No hybrid, mild-hybrid, plug-in hybrid or fully electric powertrains were ever factory-fitted to the Ford Ikon in any market.
Important Notes
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This section maps every major engine change across the Ford Ikon's production timeline (1999-2011), organised so owners of these imported models can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
Endurapushrod - 1.3L petrol (CLXi, LXi, LX, 1999-2000)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
Endura pushrod 1.3