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AP03 HFN

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 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 145,897 miles on the clock, averaging 9,973 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 HFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,897
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
9,973

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 reading145,897 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,973
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 HFN 43k69k95k120k146k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,897 miles
Since last MOT+19,890 miles
PASS
Mileage126,007 miles
Since last MOT+19,767 miles
PASS
Mileage106,240 miles
Since last MOT+15,454 miles
PASS
Mileage90,786 miles
Since last MOT+11,601 miles
PASS
Mileage79,185 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,185 miles
Since last MOT+10,592 miles
PASS
Mileage68,593 miles
Since last MOT+5,312 miles
PASS
Mileage63,281 miles
Since last MOT+5,164 miles
PASS
Mileage58,117 miles
Since last MOT+5,545 miles
PASS
Mileage52,572 miles
Since last MOT+6,176 miles
PASS
Mileage46,396 miles
Since last MOT+3,033 miles
PASS
Mileage43,363 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 HFN
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 HFN

What car is AP03 HFN?

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

What is the mileage of AP03 HFN?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 HFN was 145,897 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 HFN passed its MOT?

AP03 HFN has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2016.

Is AP03 HFN ULEZ compliant?

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

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