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FJ03 YDS

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 127,383 miles on the clock, averaging 10,143 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 FJ03 YDS

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,383
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,143

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 reading127,383 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,356
Average per year10,143
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FJ03 YDS 26k52k77k102k127k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,383 miles
Since last MOT+13,356 miles
PASS
Mileage114,027 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,027 miles
Since last MOT+13,931 miles
PASS
Mileage100,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,096 miles
Since last MOT+19,152 miles
PASS
Mileage80,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,944 miles
Since last MOT+15,022 miles
PASS
Mileage65,922 miles
Since last MOT+6,060 miles
PASS
Mileage59,862 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,861 miles
Since last MOT+8,337 miles
PASS
Mileage51,524 miles
Since last MOT+9,316 miles
PASS
Mileage42,208 miles
Since last MOT+8,476 miles
PASS
Mileage33,732 miles
Since last MOT+7,432 miles
PASS
Mileage26,300 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 YDS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FJ03 YDS

What car is FJ03 YDS?

FJ03 YDS is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FJ03 YDS?

The last recorded mileage for FJ03 YDS was 127,383 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ03 YDS passed its MOT?

FJ03 YDS has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2016.

Is FJ03 YDS ULEZ compliant?

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

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