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MP03 CWJ

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 278,480 miles on the clock, averaging 22,940 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 MP03 CWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
278,480
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
22,940

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading278,480 miles
Reading date
Average per year22,940
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MP03 CWJ 38k98k158k218k278k '06'16'08

Check MP03 CWJ

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage278,480 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage278,480 miles
Since last MOT+204,481 miles
PASS
Mileage73,999 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,999 miles
Since last MOT+17,455 miles
PASS
Mileage56,544 miles
Since last MOT+18,226 miles
PASS
Mileage38,318 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 CWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMP — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MP03 CWJ

What car is MP03 CWJ?

MP03 CWJ is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MP03 CWJ?

The last recorded mileage for MP03 CWJ was 278,480 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MP03 CWJ passed its MOT?

MP03 CWJ has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2016.

Is MP03 CWJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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