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HX03 VKJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 129,837 miles on the clock, averaging 7,549 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 HX03 VKJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,837
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,549

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading129,837 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,105
Average per year7,549
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HX03 VKJ 49k69k89k110k130k '06'17'12

Check HX03 VKJ

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,837 miles
Since last MOT+4,105 miles
PASS
Mileage125,732 miles
Since last MOT+6,518 miles
PASS
Mileage119,214 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,213 miles
Since last MOT+7,201 miles
PASS
Mileage112,012 miles
Since last MOT+5,661 miles
PASS
Mileage106,351 miles
Since last MOT+8,361 miles
PASS
Mileage97,990 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,931 miles
Since last MOT+6,799 miles
PASS
Mileage91,132 miles
Since last MOT+9,477 miles
PASS
Mileage81,655 miles
Since last MOT+8,282 miles
PASS
Mileage73,373 miles
Since last MOT+8,910 miles
PASS
Mileage64,463 miles
Since last MOT+9,033 miles
PASS
Mileage55,430 miles
Since last MOT+6,592 miles
PASS
Mileage48,838 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

RegistrationHX03 VKJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeHX — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About HX03 VKJ

What car is HX03 VKJ?

HX03 VKJ is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.

What is the mileage of HX03 VKJ?

The last recorded mileage for HX03 VKJ was 129,837 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HX03 VKJ passed its MOT?

HX03 VKJ has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2017.

Is HX03 VKJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HX03 VKJ 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 HX03 VKJ?

HX03 VKJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.