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AF03 VWX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 86,183 miles on the clock, averaging 5,898 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 VWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,183
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,898

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading86,183 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,736
Average per year5,898
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF03 VWX 21k37k54k70k86k '06'17'11

Check AF03 VWX

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,183 miles
Since last MOT+6,736 miles
PASS
Mileage79,447 miles
Since last MOT+9,057 miles
PASS
Mileage70,390 miles
Since last MOT+9,262 miles
PASS
Mileage61,128 miles
Since last MOT+7,199 miles
PASS
Mileage53,929 miles
Since last MOT+6,905 miles
PASS
Mileage47,024 miles
Since last MOT+6,416 miles
PASS
Mileage40,608 miles
Since last MOT+7,139 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,469 miles
Since last MOT+17,052 miles
PASS
Mileage16,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,417 miles
PASS
Mileage58,951 miles
Since last MOT+18,654 miles
PASS
Mileage40,297 miles
Since last MOT+19,242 miles
PASS
Mileage21,055 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 VWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AF03 VWX

What car is AF03 VWX?

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

What is the mileage of AF03 VWX?

The last recorded mileage for AF03 VWX was 86,183 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF03 VWX passed its MOT?

AF03 VWX has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2017.

Is AF03 VWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF03 VWX 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 VWX?

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