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EF03 OZJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 132,660 miles on the clock, averaging 8,711 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 OZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,660
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,711

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading132,660 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,648
Average per year8,711
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF03 OZJ 37k61k85k109k133k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,660 miles
Since last MOT+8,648 miles
PASS
Mileage124,012 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,992 miles
Since last MOT+8,417 miles
PASS
Mileage115,575 miles
Since last MOT+8,434 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,141 miles
Since last MOT+7,932 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,209 miles
Since last MOT+6,966 miles
PASS
Mileage92,243 miles
Since last MOT+9,559 miles
PASS
Mileage82,684 miles
Since last MOT+10,239 miles
PASS
Mileage72,445 miles
Since last MOT+13,183 miles
PASS
Mileage59,262 miles
Since last MOT+4,917 miles
PASS
Mileage54,345 miles
Since last MOT+6,090 miles
PASS
Mileage48,255 miles
Since last MOT+11,079 miles
PASS
Mileage37,176 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 OZJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EF03 OZJ

What car is EF03 OZJ?

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

What is the mileage of EF03 OZJ?

The last recorded mileage for EF03 OZJ was 132,660 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF03 OZJ passed its MOT?

EF03 OZJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2017.

Is EF03 OZJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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