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PX03 XTA

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 124,167 miles on the clock, averaging 13,551 miles per year, above 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 XTA

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,167
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
13,551

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading124,167 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,776
Average per year13,551
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 XTA 53k71k89k106k124k '06'11'08

Check PX03 XTA

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,167 miles
Since last MOT+5,776 miles
PASS
Mileage118,391 miles
Since last MOT+14,583 miles
PASS
Mileage103,808 miles
Since last MOT+15,899 miles
PASS
Mileage87,909 miles
Since last MOT+19,072 miles
PASS
Mileage68,837 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,837 miles
Since last MOT+15,861 miles
PASS
Mileage52,976 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 XTA
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 XTA

What car is PX03 XTA?

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

What is the mileage of PX03 XTA?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 XTA was 124,167 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 XTA passed its MOT?

PX03 XTA has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Jun 2011.

Is PX03 XTA ULEZ compliant?

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

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