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MP03 AJY

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 115,866 miles on the clock, averaging 5,400 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 MP03 AJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,866
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,400

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,866 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year5,400
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MP03 AJY 55k70k85k101k116k '06'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,866 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,864 miles
Since last MOT+4,524 miles
PASS
Mileage111,340 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,338 miles
Since last MOT+4,358 miles
PASS
Mileage106,980 miles
Since last MOT+5,633 miles
PASS
Mileage101,347 miles
Since last MOT+4,564 miles
PASS
Mileage96,783 miles
Since last MOT+6,014 miles
PASS
Mileage90,769 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage80,445 miles
Since last MOT+6,935 miles
PASS
Mileage73,510 miles
Since last MOT+11,197 miles
PASS
Mileage62,313 miles
Since last MOT+7,405 miles
PASS
Mileage54,908 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

RegistrationMP03 AJY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMP — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MP03 AJY

What car is MP03 AJY?

MP03 AJY is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MP03 AJY?

The last recorded mileage for MP03 AJY was 115,866 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MP03 AJY passed its MOT?

MP03 AJY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2017.

Is MP03 AJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MP03 AJY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is MP03 AJY?

MP03 AJY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.