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AP03 FWG

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 156,391 miles on the clock, averaging 10,931 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 FWG

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,391
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
10,931

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading156,391 miles
Reading date
Miles last year43
Average per year10,931
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP03 FWG 56k81k106k131k156k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,391 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,348 miles
Since last MOT+9,306 miles
PASS
Mileage147,042 miles
Since last MOT+171 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,871 miles
Since last MOT+9,269 miles
PASS
Mileage137,602 miles
Since last MOT+9,900 miles
PASS
Mileage127,702 miles
Since last MOT+9,785 miles
PASS
Mileage117,917 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,917 miles
Since last MOT+7,574 miles
PASS
Mileage110,343 miles
Since last MOT+7,233 miles
PASS
Mileage103,110 miles
Since last MOT+16,246 miles
PASS
Mileage86,864 miles
Since last MOT+15,323 miles
PASS
Mileage71,541 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,541 miles
Since last MOT+15,433 miles
PASS
Mileage56,108 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 FWG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AP03 FWG

What car is AP03 FWG?

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

What is the mileage of AP03 FWG?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 FWG was 156,391 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 FWG passed its MOT?

AP03 FWG has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2015.

Is AP03 FWG ULEZ compliant?

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

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