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WA03 FBN

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 78,581 miles on the clock, averaging 2,512 miles per year, well 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 WA03 FBN

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,581
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,512

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading78,581 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year2,512
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA03 FBN 45k53k62k70k79k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,581 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,580 miles
Since last MOT+1,836 miles
PASS
Mileage76,744 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,743 miles
Since last MOT+2,252 miles
PASS
Mileage74,491 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,489 miles
Since last MOT+5,384 miles
PASS
Mileage69,105 miles
Since last MOT+169 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,936 miles
Since last MOT+3,898 miles
PASS
Mileage65,038 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,976 miles
Since last MOT+7,872 miles
PASS
Mileage57,104 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,104 miles
Since last MOT+9,611 miles
PASS
Mileage47,493 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,485 miles
Since last MOT+7,658 miles
PASS
Mileage39,827 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,827 miles
Since last MOT+12,197 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,630 miles
Since last MOT+5,643 miles
PASS
Mileage21,987 miles
Since last MOT+8,707 miles
PASS
Mileage13,280 miles
Since last MOT+6,928 miles
PASS
Mileage6,352 miles
PASS
Mileage56,553 miles
Since last MOT+11,899 miles
PASS
Mileage44,654 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 FBN
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 FBN

What car is WA03 FBN?

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

What is the mileage of WA03 FBN?

The last recorded mileage for WA03 FBN was 78,581 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA03 FBN passed its MOT?

WA03 FBN has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2019.

Is WA03 FBN ULEZ compliant?

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

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