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NH03 FUY

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 146,367 miles on the clock, averaging 11,493 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 NH03 FUY

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,367
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
11,493

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 reading146,367 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,732
Average per year11,493
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NH03 FUY 56k78k101k124k146k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,367 miles
Since last MOT+12,732 miles
PASS
Mileage133,635 miles
Since last MOT+132 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,503 miles
Since last MOT+10,678 miles
PASS
Mileage122,825 miles
Since last MOT+16,142 miles
PASS
Mileage106,683 miles
Since last MOT+5,771 miles
PASS
Mileage100,912 miles
Since last MOT+10,865 miles
PASS
Mileage90,047 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,042 miles
Since last MOT+12,716 miles
PASS
Mileage77,326 miles
Since last MOT+21,713 miles
PASS
Mileage55,613 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

RegistrationNH03 FUY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNH — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NH03 FUY

What car is NH03 FUY?

NH03 FUY is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NH03 FUY?

The last recorded mileage for NH03 FUY was 146,367 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NH03 FUY passed its MOT?

NH03 FUY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2014.

Is NH03 FUY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH03 FUY 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 NH03 FUY?

NH03 FUY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.