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YM03 BWP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Sheffield, 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 108,165 miles on the clock, averaging 8,197 miles per year, around 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 YM03 BWP

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,165
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2013
50%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,197

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading108,165 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year8,197
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM03 BWP 83k89k95k102k108k '13'16'14

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,165 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,163 miles
Since last MOT+14,167 miles
PASS
Mileage93,996 miles
Since last MOT+6,912 miles
PASS
Mileage87,084 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,084 miles
Since last MOT+662 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,422 miles
Since last MOT+3,722 miles
PASS
Mileage82,700 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,691 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

RegistrationYM03 BWP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YM03 BWP

What car is YM03 BWP?

YM03 BWP is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YM03 BWP?

The last recorded mileage for YM03 BWP was 108,165 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM03 BWP passed its MOT?

YM03 BWP has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2016.

Is YM03 BWP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM03 BWP 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 YM03 BWP?

YM03 BWP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.