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YP03 WEV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 157,339 miles on the clock, averaging 5,893 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 YP03 WEV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
157,339
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,893

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 reading157,339 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,190
Average per year5,893
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP03 WEV 42k71k100k128k157k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,339 miles
Since last MOT+4,190 miles
PASS
Mileage153,149 miles
Since last MOT+1,875 miles
PASS
Mileage151,274 miles
Since last MOT+133 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,141 miles
Since last MOT+1,932 miles
PASS
Mileage149,209 miles
Since last MOT+1,473 miles
PASS
Mileage147,736 miles
Since last MOT+2,031 miles
PASS
Mileage145,705 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,699 miles
Since last MOT+1,754 miles
PASS
Mileage143,945 miles
Since last MOT+1,995 miles
PASS
Mileage141,950 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,946 miles
Since last MOT+1,223 miles
PASS
Mileage140,723 miles
Since last MOT+2,288 miles
PASS
Mileage138,435 miles
Since last MOT+2,578 miles
PASS
Mileage135,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,857 miles
Since last MOT+2,153 miles
PASS
Mileage133,704 miles
Since last MOT+9,459 miles
PASS
Mileage124,245 miles
Since last MOT+14,801 miles
PASS
Mileage109,444 miles
Since last MOT+12,974 miles
PASS
Mileage96,470 miles
Since last MOT+8,901 miles
PASS
Mileage87,569 miles
Since last MOT+9,323 miles
PASS
Mileage78,246 miles
Since last MOT+8,274 miles
PASS
Mileage69,972 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,970 miles
Since last MOT+13,426 miles
PASS
Mileage56,544 miles
Since last MOT+14,590 miles
PASS
Mileage41,954 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

RegistrationYP03 WEV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YP03 WEV

What car is YP03 WEV?

YP03 WEV is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YP03 WEV?

The last recorded mileage for YP03 WEV was 157,339 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP03 WEV passed its MOT?

YP03 WEV has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.

Is YP03 WEV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP03 WEV 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 YP03 WEV?

YP03 WEV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.