Vehicle summary
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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 96,448 miles on the clock, averaging 3,792 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EF03 OPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,448 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 3,792 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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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
| Registration | EF03 OPE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About EF03 OPE
What car is EF03 OPE?
EF03 OPE is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF03 OPE?
The last recorded mileage for EF03 OPE was 96,448 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF03 OPE passed its MOT?
EF03 OPE has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2025.
Is EF03 OPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF03 OPE 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 EF03 OPE?
EF03 OPE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.