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PX03 TXJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 19,042 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for PX03 TXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
19,042
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading19,042 miles
Reading date
Miles last year670
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 TXJ 32k32k32k32k32k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage19,042 miles
Since last MOT+670 miles
PASS
Mileage18,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,372 miles
Since last MOT+2,434 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+1,771 miles
PASS
Mileage14,167 miles
Since last MOT+1,030 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+1,589 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+1,084 miles
PASS
Mileage10,464 miles
Since last MOT+1,156 miles
PASS
Mileage9,308 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage9,306 miles
Since last MOT+867 miles
PASS
Mileage8,439 miles
Since last MOT+1,246 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+980 miles
PASS
Mileage6,213 miles
Since last MOT+1,374 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+1,400 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+1,630 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+1,804 miles
PASS
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PASS
Mileage44,735 miles
Since last MOT+6,713 miles
PASS
Mileage38,022 miles
Since last MOT+6,498 miles
PASS
Mileage31,524 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 TXJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PX03 TXJ

What car is PX03 TXJ?

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

What is the mileage of PX03 TXJ?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 TXJ was 19,042 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 TXJ passed its MOT?

PX03 TXJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2025.

Is PX03 TXJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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