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AP03 DYH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Norwich, 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 141,906 miles on the clock, averaging 8,796 miles per year, around 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 AP03 DYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
141,906
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,796

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading141,906 miles
Reading date
Miles last year49,848
Average per year8,796
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 DYH 50k73k96k119k142k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,906 miles
Since last MOT+49,848 miles
PASS
Mileage92,058 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,058 miles
Since last MOT+5,760 miles
PASS
Mileage86,298 miles
Since last MOT+6,026 miles
PASS
Mileage80,272 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,272 miles
Since last MOT+4,709 miles
PASS
Mileage75,563 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,563 miles
Since last MOT+4,323 miles
PASS
Mileage71,240 miles
Since last MOT+4,447 miles
PASS
Mileage66,793 miles
Since last MOT+4,389 miles
PASS
Mileage62,404 miles
Since last MOT+4,588 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,816 miles
Since last MOT+2,837 miles
PASS
Mileage54,979 miles
Since last MOT+4,532 miles
PASS
Mileage50,447 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

RegistrationAP03 DYH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AP03 DYH

What car is AP03 DYH?

AP03 DYH is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AP03 DYH?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 DYH was 141,906 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 DYH passed its MOT?

AP03 DYH has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2017.

Is AP03 DYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP03 DYH 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 AP03 DYH?

AP03 DYH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.