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MP03 CRJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1800cc

Maroon Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1800cc
ColourMaroon
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 1800cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 98,364 miles on the clock, averaging 4,708 miles per year, well 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 CRJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,364
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,708

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading98,364 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,708
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MP03 CRJ 36k52k67k83k98k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,364 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,364 miles
Since last MOT+4,858 miles
PASS
Mileage93,506 miles
Since last MOT+1,696 miles
PASS
Mileage91,810 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,809 miles
Since last MOT+2,416 miles
PASS
Mileage89,393 miles
Since last MOT+1,301 miles
PASS
Mileage88,092 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,090 miles
Since last MOT+3,144 miles
PASS
Mileage84,946 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,945 miles
Since last MOT+3,639 miles
PASS
Mileage81,306 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,306 miles
Since last MOT+4,226 miles
PASS
Mileage77,080 miles
Since last MOT+3,594 miles
PASS
Mileage73,486 miles
Since last MOT+3,342 miles
PASS
Mileage70,144 miles
Since last MOT+4,000 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,144 miles
Since last MOT+4,343 miles
PASS
Mileage61,801 miles
Since last MOT+10,415 miles
PASS
Mileage51,386 miles
Since last MOT+15,133 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,253 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 CRJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1800cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMP — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MP03 CRJ

What car is MP03 CRJ?

MP03 CRJ is an maroon Ford Focus, diesel (1800cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MP03 CRJ?

The last recorded mileage for MP03 CRJ was 98,364 miles, recorded on 23 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MP03 CRJ passed its MOT?

MP03 CRJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2019.

Is MP03 CRJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MP03 CRJ 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 MP03 CRJ?

MP03 CRJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.