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WL03 HJV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Truro, 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 135,825 miles on the clock, averaging 9,446 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 HJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,825
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,446

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading135,825 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,593
Average per year9,446
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL03 HJV 35k60k85k111k136k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,825 miles
Since last MOT+5,593 miles
PASS
Mileage130,232 miles
Since last MOT+4,399 miles
PASS
Mileage125,833 miles
Since last MOT+8,074 miles
PASS
Mileage117,759 miles
Since last MOT+16,968 miles
PASS
Mileage100,791 miles
Since last MOT+13,491 miles
PASS
Mileage87,300 miles
Since last MOT+4,701 miles
PASS
Mileage82,599 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,599 miles
Since last MOT+5,687 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,912 miles
Since last MOT+9,150 miles
PASS
Mileage67,762 miles
Since last MOT+7,795 miles
PASS
Mileage59,967 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,967 miles
Since last MOT+10,375 miles
PASS
Mileage49,592 miles
Since last MOT+5,345 miles
PASS
Mileage44,247 miles
Since last MOT+9,127 miles
PASS
Mileage35,120 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 HJV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 HJV

What car is WL03 HJV?

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

What is the mileage of WL03 HJV?

The last recorded mileage for WL03 HJV was 135,825 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL03 HJV passed its MOT?

WL03 HJV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2017.

Is WL03 HJV ULEZ compliant?

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

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