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NH03 SWF

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 119,929 miles on the clock, averaging 2,906 miles per year, well below 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 SWF

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,929
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
2,906

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading119,929 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-22,296
Average per year2,906
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NH03 SWF 92k99k106k113k120k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,929 miles
PASS
Mileage142,225 miles
Since last MOT+133 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,092 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage138,956 miles
Since last MOT+166 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,790 miles
Since last MOT+35,896 miles
PASS
Mileage102,894 miles
Since last MOT+160 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,734 miles
PASS
Mileage126,071 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,071 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,064 miles
Since last MOT+6,372 miles
PASS
Mileage119,692 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,656 miles
Since last MOT+4,887 miles
PASS
Mileage114,769 miles
Since last MOT+7,766 miles
PASS
Mileage107,003 miles
PASS
Mileage134,342 miles
Since last MOT+46,989 miles
PASS
Mileage87,353 miles
PASS
Mileage91,687 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,687 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 SWF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNH — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NH03 SWF

What car is NH03 SWF?

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

What is the mileage of NH03 SWF?

The last recorded mileage for NH03 SWF was 119,929 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NH03 SWF passed its MOT?

NH03 SWF has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2016.

Is NH03 SWF ULEZ compliant?

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

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