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VX03 HTJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 242,469 miles on the clock, averaging 18,873 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 VX03 HTJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
242,469
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
18,873

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 reading242,469 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,424
Average per year18,873
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VX03 HTJ 54k101k148k195k242k '06'16'12

Check VX03 HTJ

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage242,469 miles
Since last MOT+20,424 miles
PASS
Mileage222,045 miles
Since last MOT+18,471 miles
FAIL
Mileage203,574 miles
Since last MOT+19,840 miles
PASS
Mileage183,734 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage183,733 miles
Since last MOT+18,965 miles
PASS
Mileage164,768 miles
Since last MOT+186 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,582 miles
Since last MOT+18,438 miles
PASS
Mileage146,144 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,140 miles
Since last MOT+18,703 miles
PASS
Mileage127,437 miles
Since last MOT+19,457 miles
PASS
Mileage107,980 miles
Since last MOT+18,074 miles
PASS
Mileage89,906 miles
Since last MOT+18,107 miles
PASS
Mileage71,799 miles
Since last MOT+18,125 miles
PASS
Mileage53,674 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

RegistrationVX03 HTJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVX — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About VX03 HTJ

What car is VX03 HTJ?

VX03 HTJ is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VX03 HTJ?

The last recorded mileage for VX03 HTJ was 242,469 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VX03 HTJ passed its MOT?

VX03 HTJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 Mar 2016.

Is VX03 HTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX03 HTJ 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 VX03 HTJ?

VX03 HTJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.