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AP03 PUJ

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 194,228 miles on the clock, averaging 10,515 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 PUJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
194,228
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
10,515

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading194,228 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,476
Average per year10,515
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 PUJ 59k93k127k160k194k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage194,228 miles
Since last MOT+3,476 miles
PASS
Mileage190,752 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage190,752 miles
Since last MOT+5,543 miles
PASS
Mileage185,209 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage185,209 miles
Since last MOT+6,269 miles
PASS
Mileage178,940 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,940 miles
Since last MOT+7,929 miles
PASS
Mileage171,011 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage171,011 miles
Since last MOT+10,061 miles
PASS
Mileage160,950 miles
Since last MOT+11,352 miles
PASS
Mileage149,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,598 miles
Since last MOT+14,435 miles
PASS
Mileage135,163 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,163 miles
Since last MOT+122,788 miles
PASS
Mileage12,375 miles
PASS
Mileage112,209 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,209 miles
Since last MOT+12,569 miles
PASS
Mileage99,640 miles
Since last MOT+12,997 miles
PASS
Mileage86,643 miles
Since last MOT+11,531 miles
PASS
Mileage75,112 miles
Since last MOT+16,256 miles
PASS
Mileage58,856 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 PUJ
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 PUJ

What car is AP03 PUJ?

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

What is the mileage of AP03 PUJ?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 PUJ was 194,228 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 PUJ passed its MOT?

AP03 PUJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2019.

Is AP03 PUJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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