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NV03 MUC

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Stockton, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 93,001 miles on the clock, averaging 6,371 miles per year, 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 NV03 MUC

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,001
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,371

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,001 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,371
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NV03 MUC 28k44k60k77k93k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,001 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,001 miles
Since last MOT+4,956 miles
PASS
Mileage88,045 miles
Since last MOT+2,841 miles
PASS
Mileage85,204 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,783 miles
Since last MOT+5,526 miles
PASS
Mileage80,257 miles
Since last MOT+7,320 miles
PASS
Mileage72,937 miles
Since last MOT+12,850 miles
PASS
Mileage60,087 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,087 miles
Since last MOT+3,387 miles
PASS
Mileage56,700 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,688 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,671 miles
Since last MOT+9,682 miles
PASS
Mileage48,989 miles
Since last MOT+11,740 miles
PASS
Mileage37,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,249 miles
Since last MOT+9,377 miles
PASS
Mileage27,872 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

RegistrationNV03 MUC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNV — Stockton, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NV03 MUC

What car is NV03 MUC?

NV03 MUC is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.

What is the mileage of NV03 MUC?

The last recorded mileage for NV03 MUC was 93,001 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NV03 MUC passed its MOT?

NV03 MUC has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2016.

Is NV03 MUC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV03 MUC 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 NV03 MUC?

NV03 MUC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.