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WM03 UWL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 107,708 miles on the clock, averaging 14,186 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 UWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,708
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
14,186

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 reading107,708 miles
Reading date
Miles last year239
Average per year14,186
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WM03 UWL 43k59k76k92k108k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,708 miles
Since last MOT+239 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,469 miles
Since last MOT+15,455 miles
PASS
Mileage92,014 miles
Since last MOT+10,341 miles
PASS
Mileage81,673 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,660 miles
Since last MOT+18,493 miles
PASS
Mileage63,167 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,149 miles
Since last MOT+13,406 miles
PASS
Mileage49,743 miles
Since last MOT+6,393 miles
PASS
Mileage43,350 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 UWL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
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 UWL

What car is WM03 UWL?

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

What is the mileage of WM03 UWL?

The last recorded mileage for WM03 UWL was 107,708 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM03 UWL passed its MOT?

WM03 UWL has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2011.

Is WM03 UWL ULEZ compliant?

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

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