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AV03 HWA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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). It has 207,781 miles on the clock, averaging 9,283 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 AV03 HWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
207,781
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
9,283

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 reading207,781 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,363
Average per year9,283
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AV03 HWA 121k143k164k186k208k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage207,781 miles
Since last MOT+11,363 miles
PASS
Mileage196,418 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,416 miles
Since last MOT+10,312 miles
PASS
Mileage186,104 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage186,104 miles
Since last MOT+11,232 miles
PASS
Mileage174,872 miles
Since last MOT+10,455 miles
PASS
Mileage164,417 miles
Since last MOT+7,157 miles
PASS
Mileage157,260 miles
Since last MOT+7,402 miles
PASS
Mileage149,858 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,858 miles
Since last MOT+5,839 miles
PASS
Mileage144,019 miles
Since last MOT+5,616 miles
PASS
Mileage138,403 miles
Since last MOT+16,096 miles
PASS
Mileage122,307 miles
Since last MOT+1,213 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,094 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

RegistrationAV03 HWA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AV03 HWA

What car is AV03 HWA?

AV03 HWA is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AV03 HWA?

The last recorded mileage for AV03 HWA was 207,781 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV03 HWA passed its MOT?

AV03 HWA has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2015.

Is AV03 HWA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV03 HWA 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 AV03 HWA?

AV03 HWA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.