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WL03 JZW

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 168,697 miles on the clock, averaging 11,301 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 JZW

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,697
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,301

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 reading168,697 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-247
Average per year11,301
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL03 JZW 43k74k106k137k169k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,697 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,944 miles
Since last MOT+162,466 miles
PASS
Mileage6,478 miles
PASS
Mileage108,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,168 miles
Since last MOT+6,873 miles
PASS
Mileage101,295 miles
Since last MOT+10,540 miles
PASS
Mileage90,755 miles
Since last MOT+9,227 miles
PASS
Mileage81,528 miles
Since last MOT+11,384 miles
PASS
Mileage70,144 miles
Since last MOT+7,017 miles
PASS
Mileage63,127 miles
Since last MOT+9,849 miles
PASS
Mileage53,278 miles
Since last MOT+10,469 miles
PASS
Mileage42,809 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 JZW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 JZW

What car is WL03 JZW?

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

What is the mileage of WL03 JZW?

The last recorded mileage for WL03 JZW was 168,697 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL03 JZW passed its MOT?

WL03 JZW has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2017.

Is WL03 JZW ULEZ compliant?

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

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