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YM03 UOA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Sheffield, 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 155,285 miles on the clock, averaging 15,922 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 YM03 UOA

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,285
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
15,922

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 reading155,285 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year15,922
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM03 UOA 27k59k91k123k155k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,285 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,277 miles
Since last MOT+14,230 miles
PASS
Mileage141,047 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,047 miles
Since last MOT+16,204 miles
PASS
Mileage124,843 miles
Since last MOT+14,702 miles
PASS
Mileage110,141 miles
Since last MOT+17,707 miles
PASS
Mileage92,434 miles
Since last MOT+19,366 miles
PASS
Mileage73,068 miles
Since last MOT+22,797 miles
PASS
Mileage50,271 miles
Since last MOT+16,961 miles
PASS
Mileage33,310 miles
Since last MOT+6,440 miles
PASS
Mileage26,870 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 UOA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YM03 UOA

What car is YM03 UOA?

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

What is the mileage of YM03 UOA?

The last recorded mileage for YM03 UOA was 155,285 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM03 UOA passed its MOT?

YM03 UOA has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2014.

Is YM03 UOA ULEZ compliant?

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

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