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PX03 YLN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 130,736 miles on the clock, averaging 5,232 miles per year, below 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 YLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,736
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,232

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

Below average
Latest reading130,736 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,232
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 YLN 70k85k100k116k131k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,736 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,736 miles
Since last MOT+7,692 miles
PASS
Mileage123,044 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,042 miles
Since last MOT+3,977 miles
PASS
Mileage119,065 miles
Since last MOT+5,325 miles
PASS
Mileage113,740 miles
Since last MOT+5,859 miles
PASS
Mileage107,881 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,881 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
PASS
Mileage107,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,850 miles
Since last MOT+8,448 miles
PASS
Mileage99,402 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,402 miles
Since last MOT+6,107 miles
PASS
Mileage93,295 miles
Since last MOT+8,368 miles
PASS
Mileage84,927 miles
Since last MOT+9,887 miles
PASS
Mileage75,040 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
PASS
Mileage75,007 miles
PASS
Mileage125,005 miles
Since last MOT+24,109 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,896 miles
Since last MOT+13,384 miles
PASS
Mileage87,512 miles
Since last MOT+17,341 miles
PASS
Mileage70,171 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 YLN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PX03 YLN

What car is PX03 YLN?

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

What is the mileage of PX03 YLN?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 YLN was 130,736 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 YLN passed its MOT?

PX03 YLN has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2017.

Is PX03 YLN ULEZ compliant?

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

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