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PM03 CHC

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 99,525 miles on the clock, averaging 3,665 miles per year, well 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 PM03 CHC

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,525
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
3,665

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading99,525 miles
Reading date
Miles last year871
Average per year3,665
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PM03 CHC 44k58k72k86k100k '06'21'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,525 miles
Since last MOT+871 miles
PASS
Mileage98,654 miles
Since last MOT+2,276 miles
PASS
Mileage96,378 miles
Since last MOT+148 miles
PASS
Mileage96,230 miles
Since last MOT+5,213 miles
PASS
Mileage91,017 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,016 miles
Since last MOT+13,984 miles
PASS
Mileage77,032 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,030 miles
Since last MOT+5,914 miles
PASS
Mileage71,116 miles
Since last MOT+14,366 miles
PASS
Mileage56,750 miles
Since last MOT+12,893 miles
PASS
Mileage43,857 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

RegistrationPM03 CHC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePM — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PM03 CHC

What car is PM03 CHC?

PM03 CHC is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PM03 CHC?

The last recorded mileage for PM03 CHC was 99,525 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PM03 CHC passed its MOT?

PM03 CHC has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2021.

Is PM03 CHC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PM03 CHC 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 PM03 CHC?

PM03 CHC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.