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CA03 PNL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 184,431 miles on the clock, averaging 15,669 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 CA03 PNL

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,431
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
15,669

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading184,431 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13
Average per year15,669
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CA03 PNL 56k88k120k152k184k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,431 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,418 miles
Since last MOT+19,876 miles
PASS
Mileage164,542 miles
Since last MOT+11,032 miles
PASS
Mileage153,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,510 miles
Since last MOT+16,124 miles
PASS
Mileage137,386 miles
Since last MOT+18,903 miles
PASS
Mileage118,483 miles
Since last MOT+20,517 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,966 miles
Since last MOT+15,499 miles
PASS
Mileage82,467 miles
Since last MOT+13,090 miles
PASS
Mileage69,377 miles
Since last MOT+13,640 miles
PASS
Mileage55,737 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

RegistrationCA03 PNL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CA03 PNL

What car is CA03 PNL?

CA03 PNL is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CA03 PNL?

The last recorded mileage for CA03 PNL was 184,431 miles, recorded on 19 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CA03 PNL passed its MOT?

CA03 PNL has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2014.

Is CA03 PNL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA03 PNL 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 CA03 PNL?

CA03 PNL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.