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OV03 TYH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 133,934 miles on the clock, averaging 11,937 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 OV03 TYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,934
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
11,937

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading133,934 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,972
Average per year11,937
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OV03 TYH 41k64k87k111k134k '06'14'10

Check OV03 TYH

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,934 miles
Since last MOT+6,972 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,962 miles
Since last MOT+13,175 miles
PASS
Mileage113,787 miles
Since last MOT+12,665 miles
PASS
Mileage101,122 miles
Since last MOT+11,666 miles
PASS
Mileage89,456 miles
Since last MOT+12,109 miles
PASS
Mileage77,347 miles
Since last MOT+11,302 miles
PASS
Mileage66,045 miles
Since last MOT+13,938 miles
PASS
Mileage52,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,107 miles
Since last MOT+11,518 miles
PASS
Mileage40,589 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

RegistrationOV03 TYH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOV — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OV03 TYH

What car is OV03 TYH?

OV03 TYH is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OV03 TYH?

The last recorded mileage for OV03 TYH was 133,934 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OV03 TYH passed its MOT?

OV03 TYH has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2014.

Is OV03 TYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV03 TYH 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 OV03 TYH?

OV03 TYH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.