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CE03 PUV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 106,648 miles on the clock, averaging 9,749 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 CE03 PUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,648
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
9,749

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 reading106,648 miles
Reading date
Miles last year98
Average per year9,749
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CE03 PUV 63k74k85k96k107k '06'10'09

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,648 miles
Since last MOT+98 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,550 miles
Since last MOT+8,446 miles
PASS
Mileage98,104 miles
Since last MOT+12,149 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,955 miles
Since last MOT+9,765 miles
PASS
Mileage76,190 miles
Since last MOT+13,289 miles
PASS
Mileage62,901 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

RegistrationCE03 PUV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CE03 PUV

What car is CE03 PUV?

CE03 PUV is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CE03 PUV?

The last recorded mileage for CE03 PUV was 106,648 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE03 PUV passed its MOT?

CE03 PUV has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2010.

Is CE03 PUV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE03 PUV 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 CE03 PUV?

CE03 PUV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.