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EA53 SJV

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 80,463 miles on the clock, averaging 10,960 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.

MOT & Mileage History for EA53 SJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,463
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
10,960

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading80,463 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,935
Average per year10,960
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EA53 SJV 28k41k54k67k80k '06'11'09

Check EA53 SJV

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage80,463 miles
Since last MOT+12,935 miles
PASS
Mileage67,528 miles
Since last MOT+11,124 miles
PASS
Mileage56,404 miles
Since last MOT+18,699 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,705 miles
Since last MOT+10,151 miles
PASS
Mileage27,554 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.

Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)

Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 SJV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EA53 SJV

What car is EA53 SJV?

EA53 SJV is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EA53 SJV?

The last recorded mileage for EA53 SJV was 80,463 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA53 SJV passed its MOT?

EA53 SJV has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 15 Aug 2011.

Is EA53 SJV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA53 SJV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EA53 SJV?

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