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PA03 YYJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1800cc

Green Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1800cc
ColourGreen
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 1800cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 118,826 miles on the clock, averaging 7,332 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 PA03 YYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,826
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,332

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading118,826 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,021
Average per year7,332
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PA03 YYJ 24k48k72k95k119k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage118,826 miles
Since last MOT+16,021 miles
PASS
Mileage102,805 miles
Since last MOT+7,070 miles
PASS
Mileage95,735 miles
Since last MOT+5,407 miles
PASS
Mileage90,328 miles
Since last MOT+91 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,237 miles
Since last MOT+4,800 miles
PASS
Mileage85,437 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,419 miles
Since last MOT+5,470 miles
PASS
Mileage79,949 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,949 miles
Since last MOT+4,915 miles
PASS
Mileage75,034 miles
Since last MOT+6,310 miles
PASS
Mileage68,724 miles
Since last MOT+5,158 miles
PASS
Mileage63,566 miles
Since last MOT+6,761 miles
PASS
Mileage56,805 miles
Since last MOT+8,371 miles
PASS
Mileage48,434 miles
Since last MOT+7,498 miles
PASS
Mileage40,936 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,936 miles
Since last MOT+8,985 miles
PASS
Mileage31,951 miles
Since last MOT+7,612 miles
PASS
Mileage24,339 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,339 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

RegistrationPA03 YYJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1800cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePA — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PA03 YYJ

What car is PA03 YYJ?

PA03 YYJ is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1800cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PA03 YYJ?

The last recorded mileage for PA03 YYJ was 118,826 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PA03 YYJ passed its MOT?

PA03 YYJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 18 Mar 2019.

Is PA03 YYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PA03 YYJ 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 PA03 YYJ?

PA03 YYJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.