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EX03 PWV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 121,739 miles on the clock, averaging 7,108 miles per year, 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 EX03 PWV

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,739
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,108

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

Below average
Latest reading121,739 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year7,108
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX03 PWV 39k60k80k101k122k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,739 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,732 miles
Since last MOT+9,874 miles
PASS
Mileage111,858 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,858 miles
Since last MOT+12,549 miles
PASS
Mileage99,309 miles
Since last MOT+8,889 miles
PASS
Mileage90,420 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,420 miles
Since last MOT+2,077 miles
PASS
Mileage88,343 miles
Since last MOT+1,633 miles
PASS
Mileage86,710 miles
Since last MOT+1,481 miles
PASS
Mileage85,229 miles
Since last MOT+2,120 miles
PASS
Mileage83,109 miles
Since last MOT+10,355 miles
PASS
Mileage72,754 miles
Since last MOT+11,475 miles
PASS
Mileage61,279 miles
Since last MOT+10,406 miles
PASS
Mileage50,873 miles
Since last MOT+12,058 miles
PASS
Mileage38,815 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

RegistrationEX03 PWV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EX03 PWV

What car is EX03 PWV?

EX03 PWV is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EX03 PWV?

The last recorded mileage for EX03 PWV was 121,739 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX03 PWV passed its MOT?

EX03 PWV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2017.

Is EX03 PWV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX03 PWV 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 EX03 PWV?

EX03 PWV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.