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OY03 NZB

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 104,366 miles on the clock, averaging 3,011 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 OY03 NZB

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,366
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
3,011

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading104,366 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,227
Average per year3,011
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY03 NZB 74k81k89k97k104k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,366 miles
Since last MOT+6,227 miles
PASS
Mileage98,139 miles
PASS
Mileage164,360 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,360 miles
Since last MOT+1,022 miles
PASS
Mileage163,338 miles
Since last MOT+9,827 miles
PASS
Mileage153,511 miles
Since last MOT+8,930 miles
PASS
Mileage144,581 miles
Since last MOT+10,097 miles
PASS
Mileage134,484 miles
Since last MOT+13,483 miles
PASS
Mileage121,001 miles
Since last MOT+12,734 miles
PASS
Mileage108,267 miles
Since last MOT+13,318 miles
PASS
Mileage94,949 miles
Since last MOT+21,277 miles
PASS
Mileage73,672 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 NZB
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 NZB

What car is OY03 NZB?

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

What is the mileage of OY03 NZB?

The last recorded mileage for OY03 NZB was 104,366 miles, recorded on 10 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY03 NZB passed its MOT?

OY03 NZB has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 May 2016.

Is OY03 NZB ULEZ compliant?

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

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