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ML03 UJC

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 115,283 miles on the clock, averaging 6,826 miles per year, below 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 ML03 UJC

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,283
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
6,826

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,283 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19
Average per year6,826
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML03 UJC 27k49k71k93k115k '06'19'11

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,283 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,264 miles
Since last MOT+11,350 miles
PASS
Mileage103,914 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,914 miles
Since last MOT+7,363 miles
PASS
Mileage96,551 miles
Since last MOT+2,160 miles
PASS
Mileage94,391 miles
Since last MOT+3,165 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,226 miles
Since last MOT+5,097 miles
PASS
Mileage86,129 miles
Since last MOT+7,329 miles
PASS
Mileage78,800 miles
Since last MOT+5,243 miles
PASS
Mileage73,557 miles
Since last MOT+6,984 miles
PASS
Mileage66,573 miles
Since last MOT+8,238 miles
PASS
Mileage58,335 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,334 miles
Since last MOT+2,681 miles
PASS
Mileage55,653 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,572 miles
Since last MOT+11,514 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,058 miles
Since last MOT+9,407 miles
PASS
Mileage34,651 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,650 miles
Since last MOT+5,254 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,396 miles
Since last MOT+2,321 miles
PASS
Mileage27,075 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,075 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

RegistrationML03 UJC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About ML03 UJC

What car is ML03 UJC?

ML03 UJC is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of ML03 UJC?

The last recorded mileage for ML03 UJC was 115,283 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML03 UJC passed its MOT?

ML03 UJC has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2019.

Is ML03 UJC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML03 UJC 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 ML03 UJC?

ML03 UJC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.