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PJ03 FVR

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 174,485 miles on the clock, averaging 7,464 miles per year, around 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 PJ03 FVR

MOT Status
Due date passed
174,485
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,464

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading174,485 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,311
Average per year7,464
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PJ03 FVR 69k96k122k148k174k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage174,485 miles
Since last MOT+8,311 miles
PASS
Mileage166,174 miles
Since last MOT+8,615 miles
PASS
Mileage157,559 miles
Since last MOT+7,747 miles
PASS
Mileage149,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,812 miles
Since last MOT+7,510 miles
PASS
Mileage142,302 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,301 miles
Since last MOT+7,644 miles
PASS
Mileage134,657 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,657 miles
Since last MOT+8,697 miles
PASS
Mileage125,960 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,960 miles
Since last MOT+8,906 miles
PASS
Mileage117,054 miles
Since last MOT+6,796 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,258 miles
Since last MOT+7,298 miles
PASS
Mileage102,960 miles
Since last MOT+7,147 miles
PASS
Mileage95,813 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,813 miles
Since last MOT+6,764 miles
PASS
Mileage89,049 miles
Since last MOT+7,413 miles
PASS
Mileage81,636 miles
Since last MOT+6,345 miles
PASS
Mileage75,291 miles
Since last MOT+5,982 miles
PASS
Mileage69,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,309 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

RegistrationPJ03 FVR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 FVR

What car is PJ03 FVR?

PJ03 FVR is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PJ03 FVR?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 FVR was 174,485 miles, recorded on 27 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 FVR passed its MOT?

PJ03 FVR has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 27 May 2020.

Is PJ03 FVR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ03 FVR 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 PJ03 FVR?

PJ03 FVR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.