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YK03 EJE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 171,845 miles on the clock, averaging 9,659 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 YK03 EJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
171,845
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,659

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 reading171,845 miles
Reading date
Miles last year275
Average per year9,659
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YK03 EJE 35k69k103k138k172k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage171,845 miles
Since last MOT+275 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,570 miles
Since last MOT+8,136 miles
PASS
Mileage163,434 miles
Since last MOT+36,291 miles
PASS
Mileage127,143 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,106 miles
Since last MOT+6,902 miles
PASS
Mileage120,204 miles
Since last MOT+5,832 miles
PASS
Mileage114,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,372 miles
Since last MOT+5,031 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,341 miles
Since last MOT+7,316 miles
PASS
Mileage102,025 miles
Since last MOT+6,963 miles
PASS
Mileage95,062 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,062 miles
Since last MOT+5,391 miles
PASS
Mileage89,671 miles
Since last MOT+2,930 miles
PASS
Mileage86,741 miles
Since last MOT+13,312 miles
PASS
Mileage73,429 miles
Since last MOT+16,987 miles
PASS
Mileage56,442 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,442 miles
Since last MOT+9,808 miles
PASS
Mileage46,634 miles
Since last MOT+11,961 miles
PASS
Mileage34,673 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,673 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

RegistrationYK03 EJE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYK — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YK03 EJE

What car is YK03 EJE?

YK03 EJE is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.

What is the mileage of YK03 EJE?

The last recorded mileage for YK03 EJE was 171,845 miles, recorded on 26 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YK03 EJE passed its MOT?

YK03 EJE has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2020.

Is YK03 EJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK03 EJE 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 YK03 EJE?

YK03 EJE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.