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AX03 NOF

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 96,343 miles on the clock, averaging 4,391 miles per year, well below 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 AX03 NOF

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,343
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
54%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
4,391

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading96,343 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,391
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AX03 NOF 62k71k79k88k96k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,343 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,343 miles
Since last MOT+3,315 miles
PASS
Mileage93,028 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,008 miles
Since last MOT+4,533 miles
PASS
Mileage88,475 miles
Since last MOT+5,294 miles
PASS
Mileage83,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,181 miles
Since last MOT+5,814 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,367 miles
Since last MOT+4,458 miles
PASS
Mileage72,909 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage95,622 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,598 miles
Since last MOT+33,122 miles
PASS
Mileage62,476 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 NOF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AX03 NOF

What car is AX03 NOF?

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

What is the mileage of AX03 NOF?

The last recorded mileage for AX03 NOF was 96,343 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX03 NOF passed its MOT?

AX03 NOF has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2014.

Is AX03 NOF ULEZ compliant?

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

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