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PJ03 KZN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 96,825 miles on the clock, averaging 5,362 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 PJ03 KZN

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,825
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,362

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading96,825 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,917
Average per year5,362
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 KZN 30k47k64k80k97k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,825 miles
Since last MOT+3,917 miles
PASS
Mileage92,908 miles
Since last MOT+115 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,793 miles
Since last MOT+3,155 miles
PASS
Mileage89,638 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,636 miles
Since last MOT+2,089 miles
PASS
Mileage87,547 miles
Since last MOT+10,627 miles
PASS
Mileage76,920 miles
Since last MOT+1,810 miles
PASS
Mileage75,110 miles
Since last MOT+1,545 miles
PASS
Mileage73,565 miles
Since last MOT+5,578 miles
PASS
Mileage67,987 miles
Since last MOT+5,757 miles
PASS
Mileage62,230 miles
Since last MOT+5,074 miles
PASS
Mileage57,156 miles
Since last MOT+7,738 miles
PASS
Mileage49,418 miles
Since last MOT+10,336 miles
PASS
Mileage39,082 miles
Since last MOT+8,803 miles
PASS
Mileage30,279 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 KZN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 KZN

What car is PJ03 KZN?

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

What is the mileage of PJ03 KZN?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 KZN was 96,825 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 KZN passed its MOT?

PJ03 KZN has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2018.

Is PJ03 KZN ULEZ compliant?

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

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