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FE03 HXN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 168,302 miles on the clock, averaging 10,499 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 FE03 HXN

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,302
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,499

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 reading168,302 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-13,393
Average per year10,499
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE03 HXN 62k88k115k142k168k '06'16'11

Check FE03 HXN

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,302 miles
PASS
Mileage181,695 miles
Since last MOT+13,745 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,950 miles
Since last MOT+16,807 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,143 miles
Since last MOT+18,065 miles
PASS
Mileage133,078 miles
Since last MOT+12,991 miles
PASS
Mileage120,087 miles
Since last MOT+9,937 miles
PASS
Mileage110,150 miles
Since last MOT+10,232 miles
PASS
Mileage99,918 miles
Since last MOT+11,413 miles
PASS
Mileage88,505 miles
Since last MOT+14,062 miles
PASS
Mileage74,443 miles
Since last MOT+12,724 miles
PASS
Mileage61,719 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 HXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 HXN

What car is FE03 HXN?

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

What is the mileage of FE03 HXN?

The last recorded mileage for FE03 HXN was 168,302 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE03 HXN passed its MOT?

FE03 HXN has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2016.

Is FE03 HXN ULEZ compliant?

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

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