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PJ03 RMU

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 180,164 miles on the clock, averaging 11,256 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 PJ03 RMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
180,164
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,256

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading180,164 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,161
Average per year11,256
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 RMU 54k86k117k149k180k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage180,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,161 miles
PASS
Mileage175,003 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,003 miles
Since last MOT+1,880 miles
PASS
Mileage173,123 miles
Since last MOT+15,204 miles
PASS
Mileage157,919 miles
Since last MOT+368 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,551 miles
Since last MOT+15,211 miles
PASS
Mileage142,340 miles
Since last MOT+11,376 miles
PASS
Mileage130,964 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,964 miles
Since last MOT+18,468 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,496 miles
PASS
Mileage113,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,507 miles
Since last MOT+10,948 miles
PASS
Mileage102,559 miles
Since last MOT+283 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,276 miles
Since last MOT+19,011 miles
PASS
Mileage83,265 miles
Since last MOT+363 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,902 miles
Since last MOT+15,886 miles
PASS
Mileage67,016 miles
Since last MOT+12,917 miles
PASS
Mileage54,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,099 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 RMU
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 RMU

What car is PJ03 RMU?

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

What is the mileage of PJ03 RMU?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 RMU was 180,164 miles, recorded on 6 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 RMU passed its MOT?

PJ03 RMU has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2017.

Is PJ03 RMU ULEZ compliant?

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

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