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EA53 CZE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 83,944 miles on the clock, averaging 3,720 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 EA53 CZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,944
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
3,720

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading83,944 miles
Reading date
Miles last year877
Average per year3,720
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA53 CZE 32k45k58k71k84k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage83,944 miles
Since last MOT+877 miles
PASS
Mileage83,067 miles
Since last MOT+2,143 miles
PASS
Mileage80,924 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,916 miles
Since last MOT+3,489 miles
PASS
Mileage77,427 miles
Since last MOT+6,056 miles
PASS
Mileage71,371 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,362 miles
Since last MOT+2,807 miles
PASS
Mileage68,555 miles
Since last MOT+4,407 miles
PASS
Mileage64,148 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,135 miles
Since last MOT+4,565 miles
PASS
Mileage59,570 miles
Since last MOT+3,987 miles
PASS
Mileage55,583 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,580 miles
Since last MOT+3,971 miles
PASS
Mileage51,609 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,549 miles
Since last MOT+4,168 miles
PASS
Mileage47,381 miles
Since last MOT+3,502 miles
PASS
Mileage43,879 miles
Since last MOT+4,702 miles
PASS
Mileage39,177 miles
Since last MOT+3,428 miles
PASS
Mileage35,749 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,738 miles
Since last MOT+3,817 miles
PASS
Mileage31,921 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

RegistrationEA53 CZE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EA53 CZE

What car is EA53 CZE?

EA53 CZE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EA53 CZE?

The last recorded mileage for EA53 CZE was 83,944 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA53 CZE passed its MOT?

EA53 CZE has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 17 Nov 2020.

Is EA53 CZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA53 CZE 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 EA53 CZE?

EA53 CZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.