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YK03 NML

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 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 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 80,286 miles on the clock, averaging 6,318 miles per year, below 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 NML

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,286
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,318

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading80,286 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,043
Average per year6,318
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YK03 NML 25k39k53k67k80k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,286 miles
Since last MOT+6,043 miles
PASS
Mileage74,243 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,273 miles
Since last MOT+8,245 miles
PASS
Mileage66,028 miles
Since last MOT+5,343 miles
PASS
Mileage60,685 miles
Since last MOT+7,165 miles
PASS
Mileage53,520 miles
Since last MOT+176 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,344 miles
Since last MOT+4,163 miles
PASS
Mileage49,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,181 miles
Since last MOT+6,812 miles
PASS
Mileage42,369 miles
Since last MOT+8,186 miles
PASS
Mileage34,183 miles
Since last MOT+8,881 miles
PASS
Mileage25,302 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 NML
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYK — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YK03 NML

What car is YK03 NML?

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

What is the mileage of YK03 NML?

The last recorded mileage for YK03 NML was 80,286 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YK03 NML passed its MOT?

YK03 NML has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2015.

Is YK03 NML ULEZ compliant?

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

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