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YM03 MTF

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 96,696 miles on the clock, averaging 4,160 miles per year, well 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 YM03 MTF

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,696
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,160

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading96,696 miles
Reading date
Miles last year798
Average per year4,160
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM03 MTF 30k46k63k80k97k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage96,696 miles
Since last MOT+798 miles
PASS
Mileage95,898 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,898 miles
Since last MOT+613 miles
PASS
Mileage95,285 miles
Since last MOT+537 miles
PASS
Mileage94,748 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,748 miles
Since last MOT+905 miles
PASS
Mileage93,843 miles
Since last MOT+1,274 miles
PASS
Mileage92,569 miles
Since last MOT+1,768 miles
PASS
Mileage90,801 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,801 miles
Since last MOT+1,250 miles
PASS
Mileage89,551 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,547 miles
Since last MOT+2,716 miles
PASS
Mileage86,831 miles
Since last MOT+5,076 miles
PASS
Mileage81,755 miles
Since last MOT+4,316 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,439 miles
Since last MOT+7,872 miles
PASS
Mileage69,567 miles
Since last MOT+7,128 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,439 miles
Since last MOT+6,435 miles
PASS
Mileage56,004 miles
Since last MOT+6,728 miles
PASS
Mileage49,276 miles
Since last MOT+8,434 miles
PASS
Mileage40,842 miles
Since last MOT+11,237 miles
PASS
Mileage29,605 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 MTF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YM03 MTF

What car is YM03 MTF?

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

What is the mileage of YM03 MTF?

The last recorded mileage for YM03 MTF was 96,696 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM03 MTF passed its MOT?

YM03 MTF has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 8 Aug 2022.

Is YM03 MTF ULEZ compliant?

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

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