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OY03 MVU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 175,850 miles on the clock, averaging 8,964 miles per year, around 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 OY03 MVU

MOT Status
Due date passed
175,850
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
8,964

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading175,850 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,217
Average per year8,964
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY03 MVU 69k96k122k149k176k '06'18'13

Check OY03 MVU

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage175,850 miles
Since last MOT+12,217 miles
PASS
Mileage163,633 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,633 miles
Since last MOT+6,184 miles
PASS
Mileage157,449 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,446 miles
Since last MOT+6,032 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,414 miles
Since last MOT+4,476 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,938 miles
Since last MOT+2,163 miles
PASS
Mileage144,775 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,775 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage79,383 miles
PASS
Mileage128,520 miles
Since last MOT+10,682 miles
PASS
Mileage117,838 miles
Since last MOT+7,395 miles
PASS
Mileage110,443 miles
Since last MOT+12,359 miles
PASS
Mileage98,084 miles
Since last MOT+15,384 miles
PASS
Mileage82,700 miles
Since last MOT+13,707 miles
PASS
Mileage68,993 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

RegistrationOY03 MVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OY03 MVU

What car is OY03 MVU?

OY03 MVU is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OY03 MVU?

The last recorded mileage for OY03 MVU was 175,850 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY03 MVU passed its MOT?

OY03 MVU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 5 Jan 2018.

Is OY03 MVU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY03 MVU 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 OY03 MVU?

OY03 MVU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.