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AP03 OFW

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 252,877 miles on the clock, averaging 12,847 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 OFW

MOT Status
Due date passed
252,877
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
12,847

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 reading252,877 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,653
Average per year12,847
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 OFW 72k117k163k208k253k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage252,877 miles
Since last MOT+3,653 miles
PASS
Mileage249,224 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage249,157 miles
Since last MOT+2,244 miles
PASS
Mileage246,913 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage246,913 miles
Since last MOT+3,416 miles
PASS
Mileage243,497 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage243,497 miles
Since last MOT+8,318 miles
PASS
Mileage235,179 miles
Since last MOT+16,997 miles
FAIL
Mileage218,182 miles
Since last MOT+16,213 miles
PASS
Mileage201,969 miles
Since last MOT+16,173 miles
PASS
Mileage185,796 miles
Since last MOT+15,944 miles
PASS
Mileage169,852 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage169,852 miles
Since last MOT+18,201 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,651 miles
Since last MOT+17,667 miles
PASS
Mileage133,984 miles
Since last MOT+15,266 miles
PASS
Mileage118,718 miles
Since last MOT+15,928 miles
PASS
Mileage102,790 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,790 miles
Since last MOT+14,888 miles
PASS
Mileage87,902 miles
Since last MOT+15,573 miles
PASS
Mileage72,329 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,329 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 OFW
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 OFW

What car is AP03 OFW?

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

What is the mileage of AP03 OFW?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 OFW was 252,877 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 OFW passed its MOT?

AP03 OFW has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2020.

Is AP03 OFW ULEZ compliant?

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

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