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FJ03 DLK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1800cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1800cc
ColourSilver
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 1800cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 93,917 miles on the clock, averaging 6,008 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 FJ03 DLK

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,917
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,008

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,917 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,104
Average per year6,008
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FJ03 DLK 28k45k61k78k94k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,917 miles
Since last MOT+3,104 miles
PASS
Mileage90,813 miles
Since last MOT+4,149 miles
PASS
Mileage86,664 miles
Since last MOT+4,878 miles
PASS
Mileage81,786 miles
Since last MOT+6,610 miles
PASS
Mileage75,176 miles
Since last MOT+8,028 miles
PASS
Mileage67,148 miles
Since last MOT+7,950 miles
PASS
Mileage59,198 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,198 miles
Since last MOT+7,714 miles
PASS
Mileage51,484 miles
Since last MOT+6,316 miles
PASS
Mileage45,168 miles
Since last MOT+6,438 miles
PASS
Mileage38,730 miles
Since last MOT+5,965 miles
PASS
Mileage32,765 miles
Since last MOT+4,321 miles
PASS
Mileage28,444 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

RegistrationFJ03 DLK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1800cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FJ03 DLK

What car is FJ03 DLK?

FJ03 DLK is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1800cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FJ03 DLK?

The last recorded mileage for FJ03 DLK was 93,917 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ03 DLK passed its MOT?

FJ03 DLK has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Feb 2017.

Is FJ03 DLK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ03 DLK 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 FJ03 DLK?

FJ03 DLK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.