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PJ03 RLY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 143,293 miles on the clock, averaging 6,870 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 RLY

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,293
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,870

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 reading143,293 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-7,185
Average per year6,870
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 RLY 78k95k111k127k143k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,293 miles
PASS
Mileage150,478 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,457 miles
Since last MOT+9,602 miles
PASS
Mileage140,855 miles
Since last MOT+266 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,589 miles
Since last MOT+7,498 miles
PASS
Mileage133,091 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,088 miles
Since last MOT+8,087 miles
PASS
Mileage125,001 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,001 miles
Since last MOT+320 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,681 miles
Since last MOT+8,711 miles
PASS
Mileage115,970 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,938 miles
Since last MOT+7,912 miles
PASS
Mileage108,026 miles
Since last MOT+7,856 miles
PASS
Mileage100,170 miles
Since last MOT+7,584 miles
PASS
Mileage92,586 miles
Since last MOT+14,181 miles
PASS
Mileage78,405 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,405 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 RLY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 RLY

What car is PJ03 RLY?

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

What is the mileage of PJ03 RLY?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 RLY was 143,293 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 RLY passed its MOT?

PJ03 RLY has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2015.

Is PJ03 RLY ULEZ compliant?

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

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