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MV03 ORF

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 164,929 miles on the clock, averaging 8,547 miles per year, around 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 ORF

MOT Status
Due date passed
164,929
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,547

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading164,929 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,643
Average per year8,547
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MV03 ORF 53k81k109k137k165k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,929 miles
Since last MOT+5,643 miles
PASS
Mileage159,286 miles
Since last MOT+6,013 miles
PASS
Mileage153,273 miles
Since last MOT+6,521 miles
PASS
Mileage146,752 miles
Since last MOT+6,945 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,807 miles
Since last MOT+5,976 miles
PASS
Mileage133,831 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,831 miles
Since last MOT+13,757 miles
PASS
Mileage120,074 miles
Since last MOT+989 miles
PASS
Mileage119,085 miles
Since last MOT+6,836 miles
PASS
Mileage112,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,249 miles
Since last MOT+8,239 miles
PASS
Mileage104,010 miles
Since last MOT+7,274 miles
PASS
Mileage96,736 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,736 miles
Since last MOT+14,142 miles
PASS
Mileage82,594 miles
Since last MOT+14,166 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,428 miles
Since last MOT+14,931 miles
PASS
Mileage53,497 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 ORF
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 ORF

What car is MV03 ORF?

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

What is the mileage of MV03 ORF?

The last recorded mileage for MV03 ORF was 164,929 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MV03 ORF passed its MOT?

MV03 ORF has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2019.

Is MV03 ORF ULEZ compliant?

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

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