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DX03 YRP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 164,846 miles on the clock, averaging 11,233 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 DX03 YRP

MOT Status
Due date passed
164,846
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
11,233

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 reading164,846 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21
Average per year11,233
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DX03 YRP 43k74k104k134k165k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,846 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,825 miles
Since last MOT+9,680 miles
PASS
Mileage155,145 miles
Since last MOT+8,172 miles
PASS
Mileage146,973 miles
PASS
Mileage149,031 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,031 miles
Since last MOT+17,872 miles
PASS
Mileage131,159 miles
Since last MOT+200 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,959 miles
Since last MOT+12,774 miles
PASS
Mileage118,185 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,185 miles
Since last MOT+11,490 miles
PASS
Mileage106,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,695 miles
Since last MOT+12,593 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,102 miles
Since last MOT+12,050 miles
PASS
Mileage82,052 miles
Since last MOT+12,857 miles
PASS
Mileage69,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,195 miles
Since last MOT+12,899 miles
PASS
Mileage56,296 miles
Since last MOT+12,996 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,300 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

RegistrationDX03 YRP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DX03 YRP

What car is DX03 YRP?

DX03 YRP is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.

What is the mileage of DX03 YRP?

The last recorded mileage for DX03 YRP was 164,846 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DX03 YRP passed its MOT?

DX03 YRP has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2017.

Is DX03 YRP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX03 YRP 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 DX03 YRP?

DX03 YRP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.