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ND03 XUL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 68,945 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 ND03 XUL

MOT Status
Due date passed
68,945
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading68,945 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-36,319
Mileage consistencyUnknown
Mileage over time for ND03 XUL 105k105k105k105k105k '06'06'06

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,945 miles
PASS
Mileage105,264 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,262 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

RegistrationND03 XUL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeND — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About ND03 XUL

What car is ND03 XUL?

ND03 XUL is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of ND03 XUL?

The last recorded mileage for ND03 XUL was 68,945 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2006 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ND03 XUL passed its MOT?

ND03 XUL has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Jul 2006.

Is ND03 XUL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND03 XUL 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 ND03 XUL?

ND03 XUL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.