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PX03 TWJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 10 (50% pass rate). It has 87,673 miles on the clock, averaging 3,857 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 PX03 TWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,673
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,857

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading87,673 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,160
Average per year3,857
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 TWJ 42k53k65k76k88k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,673 miles
Since last MOT+4,160 miles
PASS
Mileage83,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,513 miles
Since last MOT+6,058 miles
PASS
Mileage77,455 miles
Since last MOT+4,339 miles
PASS
Mileage73,116 miles
Since last MOT+11,112 miles
PASS
Mileage62,004 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,004 miles
Since last MOT+3,318 miles
PASS
Mileage58,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,686 miles
Since last MOT+4,737 miles
PASS
Mileage53,949 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,949 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,901 miles
Since last MOT+5,159 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,742 miles
Since last MOT+9,987 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,755 miles
Since last MOT+11,355 miles
PASS
Mileage27,400 miles
Since last MOT+11,130 miles
PASS
Mileage16,270 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,270 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,895 miles
Since last MOT+74,212 miles
FAIL
Mileage3,683 miles
PASS
Mileage41,917 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

RegistrationPX03 TWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PX03 TWJ

What car is PX03 TWJ?

PX03 TWJ is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PX03 TWJ?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 TWJ was 87,673 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 TWJ passed its MOT?

PX03 TWJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (10 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2018.

Is PX03 TWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX03 TWJ 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 PX03 TWJ?

PX03 TWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.