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AP03 DYX

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 144,646 miles on the clock, averaging 12,513 miles per year, above 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 DYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,646
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
54%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
12,513

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading144,646 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,513
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 DYX 65k85k105k125k145k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,646 miles
Since last MOT+12,302 miles
PASS
Mileage132,344 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,340 miles
Since last MOT+120,248 miles
PASS
Mileage12,092 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,092 miles
PASS
Mileage108,422 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,421 miles
Since last MOT+14,523 miles
PASS
Mileage93,898 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,893 miles
Since last MOT+18,154 miles
PASS
Mileage75,739 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,739 miles
Since last MOT+10,807 miles
PASS
Mileage64,932 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 DYX
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 DYX

What car is AP03 DYX?

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

What is the mileage of AP03 DYX?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 DYX was 144,646 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 DYX passed its MOT?

AP03 DYX has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2013.

Is AP03 DYX ULEZ compliant?

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

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