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CV53 EEJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 205,039 miles on the clock, averaging 12,844 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 CV53 EEJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
205,039
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
12,844

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading205,039 miles
Reading date
Miles last year168
Average per year12,844
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV53 EEJ 65k100k135k170k205k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage205,039 miles
Since last MOT+168 miles
FAIL
Mileage204,871 miles
Since last MOT+18,555 miles
PASS
Mileage186,316 miles
Since last MOT+251 miles
FAIL
Mileage186,065 miles
Since last MOT+17,829 miles
PASS
Mileage168,236 miles
Since last MOT+17,435 miles
PASS
Mileage150,801 miles
Since last MOT+6,172 miles
PASS
Mileage144,629 miles
Since last MOT+3,637 miles
PASS
Mileage140,992 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,989 miles
Since last MOT+7,301 miles
PASS
Mileage133,688 miles
Since last MOT+15,029 miles
PASS
Mileage118,659 miles
Since last MOT+14,417 miles
PASS
Mileage104,242 miles
Since last MOT+9,387 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,855 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
PASS
Mileage94,837 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,837 miles
Since last MOT+29,725 miles
PASS
Mileage65,112 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

RegistrationCV53 EEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About CV53 EEJ

What car is CV53 EEJ?

CV53 EEJ is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CV53 EEJ?

The last recorded mileage for CV53 EEJ was 205,039 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV53 EEJ passed its MOT?

CV53 EEJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2017.

Is CV53 EEJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 EEJ 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 CV53 EEJ?

CV53 EEJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.