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EF03 WFD

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 126,418 miles on the clock, averaging 5,210 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 WFD

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,418
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,210

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 reading126,418 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,210
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF03 WFD 75k88k101k114k126k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,418 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,418 miles
Since last MOT+5,740 miles
PASS
Mileage120,678 miles
PASS
Mileage177,703 miles
Since last MOT+2,173 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,530 miles
Since last MOT+9,144 miles
PASS
Mileage166,386 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,383 miles
Since last MOT+9,491 miles
PASS
Mileage156,892 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,888 miles
Since last MOT+17,532 miles
PASS
Mileage139,356 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,326 miles
Since last MOT+14,317 miles
PASS
Mileage125,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,009 miles
Since last MOT+17,967 miles
PASS
Mileage107,042 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,042 miles
Since last MOT+29,638 miles
PASS
Mileage77,404 miles
Since last MOT+2,346 miles
PASS
Mileage75,058 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 WFD
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 WFD

What car is EF03 WFD?

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

What is the mileage of EF03 WFD?

The last recorded mileage for EF03 WFD was 126,418 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF03 WFD passed its MOT?

EF03 WFD has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2016.

Is EF03 WFD ULEZ compliant?

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

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