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WD03 VMX

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 220,203 miles on the clock, averaging 16,132 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 VMX

MOT Status
Due date passed
220,203
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
16,132

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading220,203 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,580
Average per year16,132
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WD03 VMX 26k75k123k172k220k '06'18'14

Check WD03 VMX

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage220,203 miles
Since last MOT+14,580 miles
PASS
Mileage205,623 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage205,623 miles
Since last MOT+10,060 miles
PASS
Mileage195,563 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage195,563 miles
Since last MOT+13,587 miles
PASS
Mileage181,976 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage181,976 miles
Since last MOT+80,307 miles
PASS
Mileage101,669 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,667 miles
Since last MOT+10,788 miles
PASS
Mileage90,879 miles
Since last MOT+11,066 miles
PASS
Mileage79,813 miles
Since last MOT+5,972 miles
PASS
Mileage73,841 miles
Since last MOT+6,800 miles
PASS
Mileage67,041 miles
Since last MOT+12,144 miles
PASS
Mileage54,897 miles
Since last MOT+4,895 miles
PASS
Mileage50,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,002 miles
Since last MOT+9,522 miles
PASS
Mileage40,480 miles
Since last MOT+14,308 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,172 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 VMX
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 VMX

What car is WD03 VMX?

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

What is the mileage of WD03 VMX?

The last recorded mileage for WD03 VMX was 220,203 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD03 VMX passed its MOT?

WD03 VMX has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 9 Oct 2018.

Is WD03 VMX ULEZ compliant?

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

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