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BD03 PJU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 130,746 miles on the clock, averaging 7,870 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 BD03 PJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,746
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,870

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading130,746 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year7,870
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BD03 PJU 41k64k86k108k131k '06'17'12

Check BD03 PJU

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,746 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,734 miles
Since last MOT+9,280 miles
PASS
Mileage121,454 miles
Since last MOT+6,366 miles
PASS
Mileage115,088 miles
Since last MOT+10,854 miles
PASS
Mileage104,234 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,232 miles
Since last MOT+1,863 miles
PASS
Mileage102,369 miles
Since last MOT+9,699 miles
PASS
Mileage92,670 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,670 miles
Since last MOT+10,643 miles
PASS
Mileage82,027 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,027 miles
Since last MOT+10,417 miles
PASS
Mileage71,610 miles
Since last MOT+6,386 miles
PASS
Mileage65,224 miles
Since last MOT+6,324 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,900 miles
Since last MOT+9,126 miles
PASS
Mileage49,774 miles
Since last MOT+8,645 miles
PASS
Mileage41,129 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,129 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

RegistrationBD03 PJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About BD03 PJU

What car is BD03 PJU?

BD03 PJU is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BD03 PJU?

The last recorded mileage for BD03 PJU was 130,746 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD03 PJU passed its MOT?

BD03 PJU has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2017.

Is BD03 PJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD03 PJU 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 BD03 PJU?

BD03 PJU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.