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OY03 VPP

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 110,362 miles on the clock, averaging 10,393 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 OY03 VPP

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,362
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
10,393

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading110,362 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year10,393
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY03 VPP 30k50k70k90k110k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,362 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,359 miles
Since last MOT+23,384 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,975 miles
Since last MOT+17,062 miles
PASS
Mileage69,913 miles
Since last MOT+9,646 miles
PASS
Mileage60,267 miles
Since last MOT+10,031 miles
PASS
Mileage50,236 miles
Since last MOT+4,004 miles
PASS
Mileage46,232 miles
Since last MOT+5,866 miles
PASS
Mileage40,366 miles
Since last MOT+4,357 miles
PASS
Mileage36,009 miles
Since last MOT+6,265 miles
PASS
Mileage29,744 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 VPP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OY03 VPP

What car is OY03 VPP?

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

What is the mileage of OY03 VPP?

The last recorded mileage for OY03 VPP was 110,362 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY03 VPP passed its MOT?

OY03 VPP has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2013.

Is OY03 VPP ULEZ compliant?

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

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