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MA03 TXS

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 126,925 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 MA03 TXS

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,925
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading126,925 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Mileage consistencyUnknown
Mileage over time for MA03 TXS 127k127k127k127k127k '06'06

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,925 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,923 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 TXS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 TXS

What car is MA03 TXS?

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

What is the mileage of MA03 TXS?

The last recorded mileage for MA03 TXS was 126,925 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2006 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA03 TXS passed its MOT?

MA03 TXS has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Mar 2006.

Is MA03 TXS ULEZ compliant?

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

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