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FJ03 YLB

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
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 1753cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 109,853 miles on the clock, averaging 7,743 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 FJ03 YLB

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,853
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,743

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading109,853 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,156
Average per year7,743
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FJ03 YLB 15k39k62k86k110k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,853 miles
Since last MOT+5,156 miles
PASS
Mileage104,697 miles
Since last MOT+8,977 miles
PASS
Mileage95,720 miles
Since last MOT+9,823 miles
PASS
Mileage85,897 miles
Since last MOT+9,196 miles
PASS
Mileage76,701 miles
Since last MOT+6,972 miles
PASS
Mileage69,729 miles
Since last MOT+6,588 miles
PASS
Mileage63,141 miles
Since last MOT+7,530 miles
PASS
Mileage55,611 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,611 miles
Since last MOT+8,855 miles
PASS
Mileage46,756 miles
Since last MOT+8,983 miles
PASS
Mileage37,773 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage26,819 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,818 miles
Since last MOT+7,429 miles
PASS
Mileage19,389 miles
Since last MOT+4,485 miles
PASS
Mileage14,904 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 YLB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 YLB

What car is FJ03 YLB?

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

What is the mileage of FJ03 YLB?

The last recorded mileage for FJ03 YLB was 109,853 miles, recorded on 28 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ03 YLB passed its MOT?

FJ03 YLB has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2018.

Is FJ03 YLB ULEZ compliant?

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

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