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MM03 FXE

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 62,393 miles on the clock, averaging 7,471 miles per year, around 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 MM03 FXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,393
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,471

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading62,393 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,418
Average per year7,471
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MM03 FXE 25k34k44k53k62k '06'11'09

Check MM03 FXE

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,393 miles
Since last MOT+5,418 miles
PASS
Mileage56,975 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,975 miles
Since last MOT+6,673 miles
PASS
Mileage50,302 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,302 miles
Since last MOT+7,234 miles
PASS
Mileage43,068 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,068 miles
Since last MOT+9,068 miles
PASS
Mileage34,000 miles
Since last MOT+8,852 miles
PASS
Mileage25,148 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

RegistrationMM03 FXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MM03 FXE

What car is MM03 FXE?

MM03 FXE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MM03 FXE?

The last recorded mileage for MM03 FXE was 62,393 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM03 FXE passed its MOT?

MM03 FXE has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2011.

Is MM03 FXE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM03 FXE 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 MM03 FXE?

MM03 FXE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.