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EF03 OZD

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 135,623 miles on the clock, averaging 7,570 miles per year, around 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 OZD

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,623
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,570

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading135,623 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,950
Average per year7,570
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF03 OZD 27k54k81k108k136k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,623 miles
Since last MOT+2,950 miles
PASS
Mileage132,673 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,673 miles
Since last MOT+3,777 miles
PASS
Mileage128,896 miles
Since last MOT+8,423 miles
PASS
Mileage120,473 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,473 miles
Since last MOT+7,117 miles
PASS
Mileage113,356 miles
Since last MOT+5,194 miles
PASS
Mileage108,162 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,162 miles
Since last MOT+4,633 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,529 miles
Since last MOT+5,323 miles
PASS
Mileage98,206 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,206 miles
Since last MOT+2,945 miles
PASS
Mileage95,261 miles
Since last MOT+2,696 miles
PASS
Mileage92,565 miles
Since last MOT+5,472 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,093 miles
Since last MOT+13,684 miles
PASS
Mileage73,409 miles
Since last MOT+13,223 miles
PASS
Mileage60,186 miles
Since last MOT+14,223 miles
PASS
Mileage45,963 miles
Since last MOT+3,068 miles
PASS
Mileage42,895 miles
Since last MOT+16,262 miles
PASS
Mileage26,633 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 OZD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EF03 OZD

What car is EF03 OZD?

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

What is the mileage of EF03 OZD?

The last recorded mileage for EF03 OZD was 135,623 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF03 OZD passed its MOT?

EF03 OZD has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2020.

Is EF03 OZD ULEZ compliant?

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

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