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PX03 TYH

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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for PX03 TYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2006
66%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
3,968

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading88,318 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,351
Average per year3,968
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 TYH 20k37k54k71k88k '06'23'14

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
PASS
Mileage88,318 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage86,967 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,967 miles
Since last MOT+987 miles
PASS
Mileage85,980 miles
Since last MOT+1,013 miles
PASS
Mileage84,967 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,967 miles
Since last MOT+1,652 miles
PASS
Mileage83,315 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,305 miles
Since last MOT+643 miles
PASS
Mileage82,662 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,653 miles
Since last MOT+1,193 miles
PASS
Mileage81,460 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,460 miles
Since last MOT+1,067 miles
PASS
Mileage80,393 miles
Since last MOT+1,024 miles
PASS
Mileage79,369 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,369 miles
Since last MOT+2,644 miles
PASS
Mileage76,725 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,720 miles
Since last MOT+9,106 miles
PASS
Mileage67,614 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,580 miles
Since last MOT+5,037 miles
PASS
Mileage62,543 miles
Since last MOT+7,096 miles
PASS
Mileage55,447 miles
Since last MOT+8,089 miles
PASS
Mileage47,358 miles
Since last MOT+8,127 miles
PASS
Mileage39,231 miles
Since last MOT+5,724 miles
PASS
Mileage33,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,507 miles
Since last MOT+6,836 miles
PASS
Mileage26,671 miles
Since last MOT+6,216 miles
PASS
Mileage20,455 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 TYH
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 TYH

What car is PX03 TYH?

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

Has PX03 TYH passed its MOT?

PX03 TYH has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 3 Apr 2024.

Is PX03 TYH ULEZ compliant?

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

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