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CF03 MFY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 8 (47% pass rate). It has 176,143 miles on the clock, averaging 11,699 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 CF03 MFY

MOT Status
Due date passed
176,143
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
47%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,699

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading176,143 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year11,699
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CF03 MFY 69k96k123k149k176k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage176,143 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,131 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,117 miles
Since last MOT+472 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,645 miles
Since last MOT+9,020 miles
PASS
Mileage166,625 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,624 miles
Since last MOT+10,196 miles
PASS
Mileage156,428 miles
Since last MOT+14,610 miles
PASS
Mileage141,818 miles
Since last MOT+8,070 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,748 miles
Since last MOT+11,463 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,285 miles
Since last MOT+6,028 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,257 miles
Since last MOT+11,164 miles
PASS
Mileage105,093 miles
Since last MOT+16,301 miles
PASS
Mileage88,792 miles
Since last MOT+19,630 miles
PASS
Mileage69,162 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,162 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 MFY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCF — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CF03 MFY

What car is CF03 MFY?

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

What is the mileage of CF03 MFY?

The last recorded mileage for CF03 MFY was 176,143 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CF03 MFY passed its MOT?

CF03 MFY has had 15 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (7 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2015.

Is CF03 MFY ULEZ compliant?

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

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