Vehicle summary
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 163,949 miles on the clock, averaging 14,415 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 FWA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,901 |
| Average per year | 14,415 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AP03 FWA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About AP03 FWA
What car is AP03 FWA?
AP03 FWA is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AP03 FWA?
The last recorded mileage for AP03 FWA was 163,949 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP03 FWA passed its MOT?
AP03 FWA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2015.
Is AP03 FWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP03 FWA 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 FWA?
AP03 FWA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.