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AF03 VTU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 97,317 miles on the clock, averaging 5,518 miles per year, below 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 AF03 VTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,317
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
5,518

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading97,317 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,861
Average per year5,518
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF03 VTU 62k71k80k88k97k '06'12'09

Check AF03 VTU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,317 miles
Since last MOT+3,861 miles
PASS
Mileage93,456 miles
Since last MOT+4,286 miles
PASS
Mileage89,170 miles
Since last MOT+7,163 miles
PASS
Mileage82,007 miles
Since last MOT+6,603 miles
PASS
Mileage75,404 miles
Since last MOT+489 miles
PASS
Mileage74,915 miles
Since last MOT+3,193 miles
PASS
Mileage71,722 miles
Since last MOT+9,693 miles
PASS
Mileage62,029 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

RegistrationAF03 VTU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AF03 VTU

What car is AF03 VTU?

AF03 VTU is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AF03 VTU?

The last recorded mileage for AF03 VTU was 97,317 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF03 VTU passed its MOT?

AF03 VTU has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2012.

Is AF03 VTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF03 VTU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AF03 VTU?

AF03 VTU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.