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EF03 EFD

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 109,270 miles on the clock, averaging 6,374 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 EF03 EFD

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,270
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,374

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading109,270 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,184
Average per year6,374
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF03 EFD 56k69k83k96k109k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,270 miles
Since last MOT+10,184 miles
PASS
Mileage99,086 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,086 miles
Since last MOT+6,311 miles
PASS
Mileage92,775 miles
Since last MOT+5,819 miles
PASS
Mileage86,956 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,956 miles
Since last MOT+12,353 miles
PASS
Mileage74,603 miles
Since last MOT+5,214 miles
PASS
Mileage69,389 miles
Since last MOT+3,666 miles
PASS
Mileage65,723 miles
Since last MOT+4,344 miles
PASS
Mileage61,379 miles
Since last MOT+5,391 miles
PASS
Mileage55,988 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

RegistrationEF03 EFD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EF03 EFD

What car is EF03 EFD?

EF03 EFD is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EF03 EFD?

The last recorded mileage for EF03 EFD was 109,270 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF03 EFD passed its MOT?

EF03 EFD has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2014.

Is EF03 EFD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF03 EFD 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 EF03 EFD?

EF03 EFD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.