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EF53 OZH

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 132,863 miles on the clock, averaging 9,793 miles per year, above 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 EF53 OZH

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,863
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,793

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading132,863 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year9,793
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF53 OZH 25k52k79k106k133k '06'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,863 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,859 miles
Since last MOT+27,108 miles
PASS
Mileage105,751 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,751 miles
Since last MOT+26,444 miles
PASS
Mileage79,307 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,304 miles
Since last MOT+30,971 miles
PASS
Mileage48,333 miles
Since last MOT+932 miles
PASS
Mileage47,401 miles
Since last MOT+2,579 miles
PASS
Mileage44,822 miles
Since last MOT+2,747 miles
PASS
Mileage42,075 miles
Since last MOT+3,651 miles
PASS
Mileage38,424 miles
Since last MOT+2,856 miles
PASS
Mileage35,568 miles
Since last MOT+2,032 miles
PASS
Mileage33,536 miles
Since last MOT+3,084 miles
PASS
Mileage30,452 miles
Since last MOT+5,083 miles
PASS
Mileage25,369 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

RegistrationEF53 OZH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EF53 OZH

What car is EF53 OZH?

EF53 OZH is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EF53 OZH?

The last recorded mileage for EF53 OZH was 132,863 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF53 OZH passed its MOT?

EF53 OZH has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2017.

Is EF53 OZH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 OZH 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 EF53 OZH?

EF53 OZH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.