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WL03 AAU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Truro, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 257,704 miles on the clock, averaging 15,092 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 WL03 AAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
257,704
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
15,092

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading257,704 miles
Reading date
Miles last year315
Average per year15,092
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL03 AAU 79k124k168k213k258k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage257,704 miles
Since last MOT+315 miles
FAIL
Mileage257,389 miles
Since last MOT+16,177 miles
PASS
Mileage241,212 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage241,170 miles
Since last MOT+66,031 miles
PASS
Mileage175,139 miles
Since last MOT+4,129 miles
PASS
Mileage171,010 miles
Since last MOT+8,005 miles
PASS
Mileage163,005 miles
Since last MOT+3,834 miles
PASS
Mileage159,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,171 miles
Since last MOT+5,295 miles
PASS
Mileage153,876 miles
Since last MOT+10,286 miles
PASS
Mileage143,590 miles
Since last MOT+9,606 miles
PASS
Mileage133,984 miles
Since last MOT+14,456 miles
PASS
Mileage119,528 miles
Since last MOT+40,491 miles
PASS
Mileage79,037 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

RegistrationWL03 AAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WL03 AAU

What car is WL03 AAU?

WL03 AAU is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.

What is the mileage of WL03 AAU?

The last recorded mileage for WL03 AAU was 257,704 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL03 AAU passed its MOT?

WL03 AAU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2018.

Is WL03 AAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL03 AAU 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 WL03 AAU?

WL03 AAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.