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MM03 NPV

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 122,443 miles on the clock, averaging 9,313 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 MM03 NPV

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,443
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
9,313

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 reading122,443 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,313
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MM03 NPV 66k80k94k108k122k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,443 miles
Since last MOT+7,012 miles
PASS
Mileage115,431 miles
Since last MOT+9,440 miles
PASS
Mileage105,991 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,991 miles
Since last MOT+9,687 miles
PASS
Mileage96,304 miles
Since last MOT+8,949 miles
PASS
Mileage87,355 miles
Since last MOT+9,718 miles
PASS
Mileage77,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,637 miles
Since last MOT+11,647 miles
PASS
Mileage65,990 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 NPV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 NPV

What car is MM03 NPV?

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

What is the mileage of MM03 NPV?

The last recorded mileage for MM03 NPV was 122,443 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM03 NPV passed its MOT?

MM03 NPV has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2012.

Is MM03 NPV ULEZ compliant?

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

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