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AP03 PUE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 239,252 miles on the clock, averaging 16,916 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 PUE

MOT Status
Due date passed
239,252
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
16,916

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 reading239,252 miles
Reading date
Average per year16,916
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP03 PUE 45k93k142k191k239k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage239,252 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage239,252 miles
Since last MOT+17,233 miles
PASS
Mileage222,019 miles
Since last MOT+16,579 miles
PASS
Mileage205,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage205,440 miles
Since last MOT+19,220 miles
PASS
Mileage186,220 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage186,220 miles
Since last MOT+29,264 miles
PASS
Mileage156,956 miles
Since last MOT+21,644 miles
PASS
Mileage135,312 miles
Since last MOT+13,468 miles
PASS
Mileage121,844 miles
Since last MOT+13,146 miles
PASS
Mileage108,698 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,698 miles
Since last MOT+17,696 miles
PASS
Mileage91,002 miles
Since last MOT+17,689 miles
PASS
Mileage73,313 miles
Since last MOT+13,091 miles
PASS
Mileage60,222 miles
Since last MOT+15,640 miles
PASS
Mileage44,582 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 PUE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AP03 PUE

What car is AP03 PUE?

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

What is the mileage of AP03 PUE?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 PUE was 239,252 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 PUE passed its MOT?

AP03 PUE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2018.

Is AP03 PUE ULEZ compliant?

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

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