Vehicle summary
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 136,759 miles on the clock, averaging 6,486 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 WUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,759 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,058 |
| Average per year | 6,486 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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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
| Registration | ML03 WUW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About ML03 WUW
What car is ML03 WUW?
ML03 WUW is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML03 WUW?
The last recorded mileage for ML03 WUW was 136,759 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML03 WUW passed its MOT?
ML03 WUW has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 9 Oct 2017.
Is ML03 WUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML03 WUW 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 WUW?
ML03 WUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.