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MP03 CXE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 12,787 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for MP03 CXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
12,787
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading12,787 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MP03 CXE 46k46k46k46k46k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage12,787 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,787 miles
Since last MOT+6,084 miles
PASS
Mileage6,703 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage6,703 miles
Since last MOT+6,700 miles
PASS
Mileage3 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,350 miles
Since last MOT+2,878 miles
PASS
Mileage83,472 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,470 miles
Since last MOT+4,897 miles
PASS
Mileage78,573 miles
Since last MOT+6,258 miles
PASS
Mileage72,315 miles
Since last MOT+4,205 miles
PASS
Mileage68,110 miles
Since last MOT+14,404 miles
PASS
Mileage53,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,706 miles
Since last MOT+7,773 miles
PASS
Mileage45,933 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 CXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 CXE

What car is MP03 CXE?

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

What is the mileage of MP03 CXE?

The last recorded mileage for MP03 CXE was 12,787 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MP03 CXE passed its MOT?

MP03 CXE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2015.

Is MP03 CXE ULEZ compliant?

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

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