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WA03 PTU

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for WA03 PTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2012
50%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,720

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

Below average
Latest reading188,043 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,920
Average per year6,720
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA03 PTU 144k155k166k177k188k '12'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
FAIL
FAIL
Mileage188,043 miles
Since last MOT+8,920 miles
PASS
Mileage179,123 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage179,123 miles
Since last MOT+20,164 miles
PASS
Mileage158,959 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,959 miles
Since last MOT+205 miles
PASS
Mileage158,754 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,754 miles
Since last MOT+4,617 miles
PASS
Mileage154,137 miles
Since last MOT+5,781 miles
PASS
Mileage148,356 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,356 miles
Since last MOT+4,771 miles
PASS
Mileage143,585 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,568 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 PTU
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 PTU

What car is WA03 PTU?

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

Has WA03 PTU passed its MOT?

WA03 PTU has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2019.

Is WA03 PTU ULEZ compliant?

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

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