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MA03 MJU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 135,238 miles on the clock, averaging 9,586 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 MA03 MJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,238
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,586

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 reading135,238 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,586
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA03 MJU 30k57k83k109k135k '06'17'11

Check MA03 MJU

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,238 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,238 miles
Since last MOT+7,248 miles
PASS
Mileage127,990 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,990 miles
Since last MOT+5,967 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,023 miles
Since last MOT+5,702 miles
PASS
Mileage116,321 miles
Since last MOT+8,435 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,886 miles
Since last MOT+8,551 miles
PASS
Mileage99,335 miles
Since last MOT+9,055 miles
PASS
Mileage90,280 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,280 miles
Since last MOT+6,295 miles
PASS
Mileage83,985 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,978 miles
Since last MOT+8,445 miles
PASS
Mileage75,533 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,533 miles
Since last MOT+18,730 miles
PASS
Mileage56,803 miles
Since last MOT+14,017 miles
PASS
Mileage42,786 miles
Since last MOT+12,384 miles
PASS
Mileage30,402 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

RegistrationMA03 MJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MA03 MJU

What car is MA03 MJU?

MA03 MJU is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MA03 MJU?

The last recorded mileage for MA03 MJU was 135,238 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA03 MJU passed its MOT?

MA03 MJU has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2017.

Is MA03 MJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA03 MJU 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 MA03 MJU?

MA03 MJU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.