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PE03 MPZ

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 49,971 miles on the clock, averaging 270 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.

MOT & Mileage History for PE03 MPZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
49,971
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
270

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading49,971 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-110,760
Average per year270
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE03 MPZ 47k48k48k49k50k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage49,971 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,731 miles
Since last MOT+2,349 miles
PASS
Mileage158,382 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,287 miles
Since last MOT+2,967 miles
PASS
Mileage155,320 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,320 miles
Since last MOT+2,947 miles
PASS
Mileage152,373 miles
Since last MOT+3,452 miles
PASS
Mileage148,921 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,921 miles
Since last MOT+3,904 miles
PASS
Mileage145,017 miles
Since last MOT+3,342 miles
PASS
Mileage141,675 miles
Since last MOT+18,128 miles
PASS
Mileage123,547 miles
Since last MOT+23,803 miles
PASS
Mileage99,744 miles
Since last MOT+14,598 miles
PASS
Mileage85,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,146 miles
Since last MOT+21,781 miles
PASS
Mileage63,365 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,365 miles
Since last MOT+16,535 miles
PASS
Mileage46,830 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.

Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)

Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE03 MPZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PE03 MPZ

What car is PE03 MPZ?

PE03 MPZ is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PE03 MPZ?

The last recorded mileage for PE03 MPZ was 49,971 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE03 MPZ passed its MOT?

PE03 MPZ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2018.

Is PE03 MPZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE03 MPZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is PE03 MPZ?

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