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AX03 VCY

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 110,058 miles on the clock, averaging 7,648 miles per year, around 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 VCY

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,058
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,648

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading110,058 miles
Reading date
Miles last year227
Average per year7,648
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AX03 VCY 16k39k63k87k110k '06'18'13

Check AX03 VCY

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,058 miles
Since last MOT+227 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,831 miles
Since last MOT+17,715 miles
PASS
Mileage92,116 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,116 miles
Since last MOT+11,562 miles
PASS
Mileage80,554 miles
Since last MOT+14,174 miles
PASS
Mileage66,380 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,369 miles
Since last MOT+14,168 miles
PASS
Mileage52,201 miles
Since last MOT+11,172 miles
PASS
Mileage41,029 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
PASS
Mileage41,017 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,017 miles
Since last MOT+12,964 miles
PASS
Mileage28,053 miles
Since last MOT+13,132 miles
PASS
Mileage14,921 miles
Since last MOT+5,149 miles
FAIL
Mileage9,772 miles
Since last MOT+6,939 miles
PASS
Mileage2,833 miles
PASS
Mileage24,108 miles
Since last MOT+4,549 miles
PASS
Mileage19,559 miles
Since last MOT+3,683 miles
PASS
Mileage15,876 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 VCY
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 VCY

What car is AX03 VCY?

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

What is the mileage of AX03 VCY?

The last recorded mileage for AX03 VCY was 110,058 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX03 VCY passed its MOT?

AX03 VCY has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2018.

Is AX03 VCY ULEZ compliant?

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

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