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FB03 GFJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1798cc

Green Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1798cc
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 1798cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 62,774 miles on the clock, averaging 2,711 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 FB03 GFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,774
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
2,711

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading62,774 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,801
Average per year2,711
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FB03 GFJ 30k38k47k55k63k '07'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,774 miles
Since last MOT+4,801 miles
PASS
Mileage57,973 miles
Since last MOT+3,588 miles
PASS
Mileage54,385 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,385 miles
Since last MOT+3,185 miles
PASS
Mileage51,200 miles
Since last MOT+1,958 miles
PASS
Mileage49,242 miles
Since last MOT+1,551 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,691 miles
Since last MOT+2,206 miles
PASS
Mileage45,485 miles
Since last MOT+2,162 miles
PASS
Mileage43,323 miles
Since last MOT+2,615 miles
PASS
Mileage40,708 miles
Since last MOT+2,202 miles
PASS
Mileage38,506 miles
Since last MOT+2,636 miles
PASS
Mileage35,870 miles
Since last MOT+2,858 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,012 miles
Since last MOT+2,779 miles
PASS
Mileage30,233 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,233 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

RegistrationFB03 GFJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1798cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFB — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FB03 GFJ

What car is FB03 GFJ?

FB03 GFJ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1798cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FB03 GFJ?

The last recorded mileage for FB03 GFJ was 62,774 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FB03 GFJ passed its MOT?

FB03 GFJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2019.

Is FB03 GFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FB03 GFJ 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 FB03 GFJ?

FB03 GFJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.