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AP03 PXC

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). The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for AP03 PXC

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
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
12,112

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading152,239 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-8,506
Average per year12,112
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 PXC 41k69k97k125k152k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage152,239 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,745 miles
Since last MOT+6,563 miles
PASS
Mileage154,182 miles
Since last MOT+21,074 miles
PASS
Mileage133,108 miles
Since last MOT+15,431 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,677 miles
Since last MOT+15,072 miles
PASS
Mileage102,605 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,605 miles
Since last MOT+14,892 miles
PASS
Mileage87,713 miles
Since last MOT+17,804 miles
PASS
Mileage69,909 miles
Since last MOT+11,888 miles
PASS
Mileage58,021 miles
Since last MOT+7,999 miles
PASS
Mileage50,022 miles
Since last MOT+8,658 miles
PASS
Mileage41,364 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 PXC
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 PXC

What car is AP03 PXC?

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

Has AP03 PXC passed its MOT?

AP03 PXC has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2017.

Is AP03 PXC ULEZ compliant?

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

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