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PX03 UAS

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 120,829 miles on the clock, averaging 8,778 miles per year, around 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 UAS

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,829
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,778

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,829 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,778
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PX03 UAS 31k54k76k98k121k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,829 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,829 miles
Since last MOT+9,029 miles
PASS
Mileage111,800 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,798 miles
Since last MOT+7,136 miles
PASS
Mileage104,662 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,654 miles
Since last MOT+8,527 miles
PASS
Mileage96,127 miles
Since last MOT+7,768 miles
PASS
Mileage88,359 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,359 miles
Since last MOT+9,928 miles
PASS
Mileage78,431 miles
Since last MOT+9,870 miles
PASS
Mileage68,561 miles
Since last MOT+10,273 miles
PASS
Mileage58,288 miles
Since last MOT+7,666 miles
PASS
Mileage50,622 miles
Since last MOT+9,299 miles
PASS
Mileage41,323 miles
Since last MOT+10,254 miles
PASS
Mileage31,069 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 UAS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PX03 UAS

What car is PX03 UAS?

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

What is the mileage of PX03 UAS?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 UAS was 120,829 miles, recorded on 27 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 UAS passed its MOT?

PX03 UAS has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2016.

Is PX03 UAS ULEZ compliant?

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

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