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ML03 WUC

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 99,637 miles on the clock, averaging 11,060 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 ML03 WUC

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,637
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
11,060

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 reading99,637 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19
Average per year11,060
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ML03 WUC 34k50k67k83k100k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,637 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,618 miles
Since last MOT+13,006 miles
PASS
Mileage86,612 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,612 miles
Since last MOT+10,195 miles
PASS
Mileage76,417 miles
Since last MOT+8,517 miles
PASS
Mileage67,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,900 miles
Since last MOT+9,646 miles
PASS
Mileage58,254 miles
Since last MOT+10,320 miles
PASS
Mileage47,934 miles
Since last MOT+13,924 miles
PASS
Mileage34,010 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 WUC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 WUC

What car is ML03 WUC?

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

What is the mileage of ML03 WUC?

The last recorded mileage for ML03 WUC was 99,637 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML03 WUC passed its MOT?

ML03 WUC has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2012.

Is ML03 WUC ULEZ compliant?

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

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