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DG03 XOH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 144,596 miles on the clock, averaging 9,129 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 DG03 XOH

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,596
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,129

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 reading144,596 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,129
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DG03 XOH 54k77k99k122k145k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,596 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,596 miles
Since last MOT+18,375 miles
PASS
Mileage126,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,221 miles
Since last MOT+3,916 miles
PASS
Mileage122,305 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,300 miles
Since last MOT+8,139 miles
PASS
Mileage114,161 miles
Since last MOT+165 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,996 miles
Since last MOT+16,066 miles
PASS
Mileage97,930 miles
Since last MOT+8,268 miles
PASS
Mileage89,662 miles
Since last MOT+8,864 miles
PASS
Mileage80,798 miles
Since last MOT+8,782 miles
PASS
Mileage72,016 miles
Since last MOT+8,276 miles
PASS
Mileage63,740 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,738 miles
Since last MOT+7,906 miles
PASS
Mileage55,832 miles
Since last MOT+1,692 miles
PASS
Mileage54,140 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

RegistrationDG03 XOH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DG03 XOH

What car is DG03 XOH?

DG03 XOH is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DG03 XOH?

The last recorded mileage for DG03 XOH was 144,596 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG03 XOH passed its MOT?

DG03 XOH has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2016.

Is DG03 XOH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 XOH 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 DG03 XOH?

DG03 XOH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.