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CF03 CDX

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 113,041 miles on the clock, averaging 7,751 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 CF03 CDX

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,041
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,751

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading113,041 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,751
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CF03 CDX 41k59k77k95k113k '06'15'11

Check CF03 CDX

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,041 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,041 miles
Since last MOT+8,816 miles
PASS
Mileage104,225 miles
Since last MOT+7,713 miles
PASS
Mileage96,512 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,511 miles
Since last MOT+6,486 miles
PASS
Mileage90,025 miles
Since last MOT+8,956 miles
PASS
Mileage81,069 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,882 miles
Since last MOT+9,183 miles
PASS
Mileage71,699 miles
Since last MOT+6,324 miles
PASS
Mileage65,375 miles
Since last MOT+6,914 miles
PASS
Mileage58,461 miles
Since last MOT+7,077 miles
PASS
Mileage51,384 miles
Since last MOT+9,897 miles
PASS
Mileage41,487 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

RegistrationCF03 CDX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCF — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CF03 CDX

What car is CF03 CDX?

CF03 CDX is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CF03 CDX?

The last recorded mileage for CF03 CDX was 113,041 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CF03 CDX passed its MOT?

CF03 CDX has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2015.

Is CF03 CDX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CF03 CDX 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 CF03 CDX?

CF03 CDX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.