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WD03 JOH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 182,334 miles on the clock, averaging 13,080 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 WD03 JOH

MOT Status
Due date passed
182,334
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
13,080

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading182,334 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-59
Average per year13,080
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WD03 JOH 22k62k102k142k182k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage182,334 miles
FAIL
Mileage182,393 miles
Since last MOT+8,694 miles
PASS
Mileage173,699 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,692 miles
Since last MOT+11,250 miles
PASS
Mileage162,442 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,442 miles
Since last MOT+12,026 miles
PASS
Mileage150,416 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,415 miles
Since last MOT+11,968 miles
PASS
Mileage138,447 miles
Since last MOT+10,893 miles
PASS
Mileage127,554 miles
Since last MOT+291 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,263 miles
Since last MOT+13,011 miles
PASS
Mileage114,252 miles
Since last MOT+15,404 miles
PASS
Mileage98,848 miles
Since last MOT+503 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,345 miles
Since last MOT+19,411 miles
PASS
Mileage78,934 miles
Since last MOT+13,440 miles
PASS
Mileage65,494 miles
Since last MOT+16,309 miles
PASS
Mileage49,185 miles
Since last MOT+22,426 miles
PASS
Mileage26,759 miles
Since last MOT+4,475 miles
PASS
Mileage22,284 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

RegistrationWD03 JOH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WD03 JOH

What car is WD03 JOH?

WD03 JOH is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WD03 JOH?

The last recorded mileage for WD03 JOH was 182,334 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD03 JOH passed its MOT?

WD03 JOH has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2018.

Is WD03 JOH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD03 JOH 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 WD03 JOH?

WD03 JOH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.