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FE03 HSV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 68,660 miles on the clock, averaging 7,950 miles per year, around 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 FE03 HSV

MOT Status
Due date passed
68,660
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
7,950

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading68,660 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,837
Average per year7,950
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE03 HSV 53k57k61k65k69k '06'08'07

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,660 miles
Since last MOT+6,837 miles
PASS
Mileage61,823 miles
Since last MOT+9,139 miles
PASS
Mileage52,684 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

RegistrationFE03 HSV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FE03 HSV

What car is FE03 HSV?

FE03 HSV is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FE03 HSV?

The last recorded mileage for FE03 HSV was 68,660 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE03 HSV passed its MOT?

FE03 HSV has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2008.

Is FE03 HSV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE03 HSV 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 FE03 HSV?

FE03 HSV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.