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EN03 LRE

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 112,579 miles on the clock, averaging 5,949 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 EN03 LRE

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,579
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,949

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 reading112,579 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,098
Average per year5,949
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN03 LRE 18k42k65k89k113k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,579 miles
Since last MOT+12,098 miles
PASS
Mileage100,481 miles
Since last MOT+2,244 miles
PASS
Mileage98,237 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,237 miles
Since last MOT+4,760 miles
PASS
Mileage93,477 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,477 miles
Since last MOT+4,133 miles
PASS
Mileage89,344 miles
Since last MOT+4,443 miles
PASS
Mileage84,901 miles
Since last MOT+5,733 miles
PASS
Mileage79,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,168 miles
Since last MOT+4,649 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,519 miles
Since last MOT+7,802 miles
PASS
Mileage66,717 miles
Since last MOT+5,249 miles
PASS
Mileage61,468 miles
Since last MOT+6,735 miles
PASS
Mileage54,733 miles
Since last MOT+6,361 miles
PASS
Mileage48,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,372 miles
Since last MOT+4,204 miles
PASS
Mileage44,168 miles
Since last MOT+6,225 miles
PASS
Mileage37,943 miles
Since last MOT+7,463 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,480 miles
Since last MOT+7,068 miles
PASS
Mileage23,412 miles
Since last MOT+5,518 miles
PASS
Mileage17,894 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

RegistrationEN03 LRE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EN03 LRE

What car is EN03 LRE?

EN03 LRE is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EN03 LRE?

The last recorded mileage for EN03 LRE was 112,579 miles, recorded on 21 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN03 LRE passed its MOT?

EN03 LRE has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2022.

Is EN03 LRE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN03 LRE 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 EN03 LRE?

EN03 LRE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.