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MH03 UDX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 181,571 miles on the clock, averaging 16,314 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 MH03 UDX

MOT Status
Due date passed
181,571
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
16,314

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading181,571 miles
Reading date
Average per year16,314
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MH03 UDX 73k100k127k154k182k '07'13'10

Check MH03 UDX

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage181,571 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage181,571 miles
Since last MOT+17,760 miles
PASS
Mileage163,811 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,811 miles
Since last MOT+14,914 miles
PASS
Mileage148,897 miles
Since last MOT+14,053 miles
PASS
Mileage134,844 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,844 miles
Since last MOT+17,852 miles
PASS
Mileage116,992 miles
Since last MOT+473 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,519 miles
Since last MOT+18,035 miles
PASS
Mileage98,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,484 miles
Since last MOT+18,576 miles
PASS
Mileage79,908 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,908 miles
Since last MOT+7,315 miles
PASS
Mileage72,593 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

RegistrationMH03 UDX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMH — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MH03 UDX

What car is MH03 UDX?

MH03 UDX is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MH03 UDX?

The last recorded mileage for MH03 UDX was 181,571 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MH03 UDX passed its MOT?

MH03 UDX has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2013.

Is MH03 UDX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MH03 UDX 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 MH03 UDX?

MH03 UDX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.