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WM03 UOT

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Bristol, 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 195,306 miles on the clock, averaging 16,351 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 WM03 UOT

MOT Status
Due date passed
195,306
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
16,351

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 reading195,306 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,831
Average per year16,351
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM03 UOT 90k116k143k169k195k '06'13'09

Check WM03 UOT

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage195,306 miles
Since last MOT+11,831 miles
PASS
Mileage183,475 miles
Since last MOT+11,796 miles
PASS
Mileage171,679 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,678 miles
Since last MOT+13,241 miles
PASS
Mileage158,437 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,437 miles
Since last MOT+12,045 miles
PASS
Mileage146,392 miles
Since last MOT+25,587 miles
PASS
Mileage120,805 miles
Since last MOT+30,746 miles
PASS
Mileage90,059 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

RegistrationWM03 UOT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WM03 UOT

What car is WM03 UOT?

WM03 UOT is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WM03 UOT?

The last recorded mileage for WM03 UOT was 195,306 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM03 UOT passed its MOT?

WM03 UOT has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2013.

Is WM03 UOT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM03 UOT 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 WM03 UOT?

WM03 UOT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.