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MH03 UKZ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1800cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1800cc
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 1800cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 179,914 miles on the clock, averaging 18,702 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 UKZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,914
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
18,702

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading179,914 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,147
Average per year18,702
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MH03 UKZ 124k138k152k166k180k '06'09'08

Check MH03 UKZ

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,914 miles
Since last MOT+11,147 miles
PASS
Mileage168,767 miles
Since last MOT+20,671 miles
PASS
Mileage148,096 miles
Since last MOT+24,356 miles
PASS
Mileage123,740 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 UKZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1800cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMH — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MH03 UKZ

What car is MH03 UKZ?

MH03 UKZ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1800cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MH03 UKZ?

The last recorded mileage for MH03 UKZ was 179,914 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MH03 UKZ passed its MOT?

MH03 UKZ has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2009.

Is MH03 UKZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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