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PX03 XPW

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 146,916 miles on the clock, averaging 8,453 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 XPW

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,916
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,453

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 reading146,916 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year8,453
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 XPW 53k76k100k123k147k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,916 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,911 miles
Since last MOT+4,482 miles
PASS
Mileage142,429 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,423 miles
Since last MOT+6,012 miles
PASS
Mileage136,411 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,403 miles
Since last MOT+8,076 miles
PASS
Mileage128,327 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,325 miles
Since last MOT+9,528 miles
PASS
Mileage118,797 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,791 miles
Since last MOT+8,825 miles
PASS
Mileage109,966 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,853 miles
Since last MOT+9,559 miles
PASS
Mileage100,294 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,270 miles
Since last MOT+10,669 miles
PASS
Mileage89,601 miles
Since last MOT+8,987 miles
PASS
Mileage80,614 miles
Since last MOT+15,558 miles
PASS
Mileage65,056 miles
Since last MOT+11,601 miles
PASS
Mileage53,455 miles
Since last MOT+914 miles
PASS
Mileage52,541 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 XPW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PX03 XPW

What car is PX03 XPW?

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

What is the mileage of PX03 XPW?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 XPW was 146,916 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 XPW passed its MOT?

PX03 XPW has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2017.

Is PX03 XPW ULEZ compliant?

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

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