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MF03 WJA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 20,234 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 MF03 WJA

MOT Status
Due date passed
20,234
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading20,234 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MF03 WJA 45k45k45k45k45k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage20,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,234 miles
Since last MOT+719 miles
PASS
Mileage19,515 miles
Since last MOT+1,642 miles
PASS
Mileage17,873 miles
Since last MOT+2,433 miles
PASS
Mileage15,440 miles
Since last MOT+3,363 miles
PASS
Mileage12,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,077 miles
Since last MOT+4,119 miles
PASS
Mileage7,958 miles
Since last MOT+4,067 miles
PASS
Mileage3,891 miles
PASS
Mileage69,150 miles
Since last MOT+6,364 miles
PASS
Mileage62,786 miles
Since last MOT+6,181 miles
PASS
Mileage56,605 miles
Since last MOT+11,747 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,858 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

RegistrationMF03 WJA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MF03 WJA

What car is MF03 WJA?

MF03 WJA is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MF03 WJA?

The last recorded mileage for MF03 WJA was 20,234 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MF03 WJA passed its MOT?

MF03 WJA has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2015.

Is MF03 WJA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF03 WJA 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 MF03 WJA?

MF03 WJA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.