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EA53 HTN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 122,329 miles on the clock, averaging 9,596 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 EA53 HTN

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,329
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
9,596

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading122,329 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,215
Average per year9,596
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA53 HTN 36k58k79k101k122k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,329 miles
Since last MOT+10,215 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+6,251 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+11,300 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,712 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+11,543 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+17,088 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+668 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+12,880 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+11,593 miles
PASS
Mileage36,079 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 HTN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EA53 HTN

What car is EA53 HTN?

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

What is the mileage of EA53 HTN?

The last recorded mileage for EA53 HTN was 122,329 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA53 HTN passed its MOT?

EA53 HTN has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2015.

Is EA53 HTN ULEZ compliant?

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

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