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CU03 UYN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 147,975 miles on the clock, averaging 4,543 miles per year, well below 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 CU03 UYN

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,975
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,543

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading147,975 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,543
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU03 UYN 92k106k120k134k148k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,975 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,975 miles
Since last MOT+1,108 miles
PASS
Mileage146,867 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,867 miles
Since last MOT+1,719 miles
PASS
Mileage145,148 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,148 miles
Since last MOT+6,102 miles
PASS
Mileage139,046 miles
Since last MOT+8,570 miles
PASS
Mileage130,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,476 miles
Since last MOT+9,334 miles
PASS
Mileage121,142 miles
Since last MOT+8,613 miles
PASS
Mileage112,529 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,529 miles
Since last MOT+7,921 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,608 miles
Since last MOT+8,498 miles
PASS
Mileage96,110 miles
Since last MOT+9,729 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,381 miles
Since last MOT+11,352 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,029 miles
Since last MOT+16,405 miles
PASS
Mileage58,624 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,624 miles
Since last MOT+14,502 miles
PASS
Mileage44,122 miles
PASS
Mileage91,531 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

RegistrationCU03 UYN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CU03 UYN

What car is CU03 UYN?

CU03 UYN is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CU03 UYN?

The last recorded mileage for CU03 UYN was 147,975 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU03 UYN passed its MOT?

CU03 UYN has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2018.

Is CU03 UYN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU03 UYN 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 CU03 UYN?

CU03 UYN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.