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HS03 TXV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 5 (38% pass rate). It has 9,146 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for HS03 TXV

MOT Status
Due date passed
9,146
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
38%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading9,146 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,136
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HS03 TXV 31k31k31k31k31k '06'12'10

Check HS03 TXV

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage9,146 miles
Since last MOT+7,136 miles
PASS
Mileage2,010 miles
PASS
Mileage52,040 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,836 miles
Since last MOT+7,368 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,468 miles
Since last MOT+7,320 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,148 miles
Since last MOT+7,182 miles
PASS
Mileage30,966 miles
Since last MOT+420 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,546 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

RegistrationHS03 TXV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeHS — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About HS03 TXV

What car is HS03 TXV?

HS03 TXV is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.

What is the mileage of HS03 TXV?

The last recorded mileage for HS03 TXV was 9,146 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HS03 TXV passed its MOT?

HS03 TXV has had 8 MOT tests with a 38% pass rate (3 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 Apr 2012.

Is HS03 TXV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS03 TXV 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 HS03 TXV?

HS03 TXV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.