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WV03 XHJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Bristol, 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 173,162 miles on the clock, averaging 18,061 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 WV03 XHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,162
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
18,061

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 reading173,162 miles
Reading date
Average per year18,061
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WV03 XHJ 38k71k105k139k173k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,162 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,162 miles
Since last MOT+18,678 miles
PASS
Mileage154,484 miles
Since last MOT+19,185 miles
PASS
Mileage135,299 miles
Since last MOT+18,103 miles
PASS
Mileage117,196 miles
Since last MOT+16,399 miles
PASS
Mileage100,797 miles
Since last MOT+17,851 miles
PASS
Mileage82,946 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,946 miles
Since last MOT+17,683 miles
PASS
Mileage65,263 miles
Since last MOT+10,499 miles
PASS
Mileage54,764 miles
Since last MOT+17,181 miles
PASS
Mileage37,583 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

RegistrationWV03 XHJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WV03 XHJ

What car is WV03 XHJ?

WV03 XHJ is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WV03 XHJ?

The last recorded mileage for WV03 XHJ was 173,162 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV03 XHJ passed its MOT?

WV03 XHJ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2013.

Is WV03 XHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV03 XHJ 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 WV03 XHJ?

WV03 XHJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.