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BP03 WUW

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 222,233 miles on the clock, averaging 12,646 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 BP03 WUW

MOT Status
Due date passed
222,233
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
12,646

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading222,233 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,705
Average per year12,646
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BP03 WUW 108k137k165k194k222k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage222,233 miles
Since last MOT+6,705 miles
PASS
Mileage215,528 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage215,528 miles
Since last MOT+8,283 miles
PASS
Mileage207,245 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage207,245 miles
Since last MOT+27,632 miles
PASS
Mileage179,613 miles
PASS
Mileage189,834 miles
Since last MOT+12,281 miles
PASS
Mileage177,553 miles
Since last MOT+17,011 miles
PASS
Mileage160,542 miles
Since last MOT+14,632 miles
PASS
Mileage145,910 miles
Since last MOT+18,936 miles
PASS
Mileage126,974 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,974 miles
Since last MOT+18,898 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,076 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

RegistrationBP03 WUW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBP — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About BP03 WUW

What car is BP03 WUW?

BP03 WUW is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BP03 WUW?

The last recorded mileage for BP03 WUW was 222,233 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BP03 WUW passed its MOT?

BP03 WUW has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2015.

Is BP03 WUW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP03 WUW 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 BP03 WUW?

BP03 WUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.