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WA03 FAJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 148,505 miles on the clock, averaging 8,906 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 WA03 FAJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,505
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,906

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading148,505 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,906
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA03 FAJ 41k68k95k122k149k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,505 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,505 miles
Since last MOT+12,182 miles
PASS
Mileage136,323 miles
Since last MOT+7,881 miles
PASS
Mileage128,442 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,441 miles
Since last MOT+9,452 miles
PASS
Mileage118,989 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,980 miles
Since last MOT+7,802 miles
PASS
Mileage111,178 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,928 miles
PASS
Mileage105,236 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,168 miles
Since last MOT+6,410 miles
PASS
Mileage98,758 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,723 miles
Since last MOT+3,288 miles
PASS
Mileage95,435 miles
Since last MOT+4,461 miles
PASS
Mileage90,974 miles
Since last MOT+13,388 miles
PASS
Mileage77,586 miles
Since last MOT+15,124 miles
PASS
Mileage62,462 miles
Since last MOT+9,323 miles
PASS
Mileage53,139 miles
Since last MOT+12,387 miles
PASS
Mileage40,752 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

RegistrationWA03 FAJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WA03 FAJ

What car is WA03 FAJ?

WA03 FAJ is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WA03 FAJ?

The last recorded mileage for WA03 FAJ was 148,505 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA03 FAJ passed its MOT?

WA03 FAJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2018.

Is WA03 FAJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA03 FAJ 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 WA03 FAJ?

WA03 FAJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.