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AX03 FXE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Ipswich, 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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 1,580 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for AX03 FXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
1,580
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading1,580 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AX03 FXE 98k98k98k98k98k '06'10'08

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage1,580 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage1,580 miles
PASS
Mileage114,483 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,483 miles
Since last MOT+8,558 miles
PASS
Mileage105,925 miles
Since last MOT+7,682 miles
PASS
Mileage98,243 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

RegistrationAX03 FXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AX03 FXE

What car is AX03 FXE?

AX03 FXE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AX03 FXE?

The last recorded mileage for AX03 FXE was 1,580 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX03 FXE passed its MOT?

AX03 FXE has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2010.

Is AX03 FXE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX03 FXE 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 AX03 FXE?

AX03 FXE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.