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PE03 HUV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 132,840 miles on the clock, averaging 16,362 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 PE03 HUV

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,840
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
16,362

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 reading132,840 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,697
Average per year16,362
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PE03 HUV 50k71k91k112k133k '06'11'08

Check PE03 HUV

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,840 miles
Since last MOT+9,697 miles
PASS
Mileage123,143 miles
Since last MOT+13,644 miles
PASS
Mileage109,499 miles
Since last MOT+16,317 miles
PASS
Mileage93,182 miles
Since last MOT+994 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,188 miles
Since last MOT+21,838 miles
PASS
Mileage70,350 miles
Since last MOT+20,333 miles
PASS
Mileage50,017 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

RegistrationPE03 HUV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PE03 HUV

What car is PE03 HUV?

PE03 HUV is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PE03 HUV?

The last recorded mileage for PE03 HUV was 132,840 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE03 HUV passed its MOT?

PE03 HUV has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Apr 2011.

Is PE03 HUV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE03 HUV 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 PE03 HUV?

PE03 HUV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.