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MV03 NBK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 145,767 miles on the clock, averaging 10,865 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 MV03 NBK

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,767
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
10,865

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading145,767 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,817
Average per year10,865
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MV03 NBK 80k97k113k129k146k '06'12'09

Check MV03 NBK

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage145,767 miles
Since last MOT+8,817 miles
PASS
Mileage136,950 miles
Since last MOT+7,291 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,659 miles
Since last MOT+5,036 miles
PASS
Mileage124,623 miles
Since last MOT+4,898 miles
PASS
Mileage119,725 miles
Since last MOT+8,794 miles
PASS
Mileage110,931 miles
Since last MOT+30,844 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,087 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

RegistrationMV03 NBK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMV — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MV03 NBK

What car is MV03 NBK?

MV03 NBK is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MV03 NBK?

The last recorded mileage for MV03 NBK was 145,767 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MV03 NBK passed its MOT?

MV03 NBK has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 23 Feb 2012.

Is MV03 NBK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV03 NBK 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 MV03 NBK?

MV03 NBK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.