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EN03 MDE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 103,803 miles on the clock, averaging 5,443 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 MDE

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,803
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,443

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 reading103,803 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,443
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN03 MDE 26k46k65k84k104k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,803 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,803 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,774 miles
Since last MOT+2,970 miles
PASS
Mileage100,804 miles
Since last MOT+3,673 miles
PASS
Mileage97,131 miles
Since last MOT+3,345 miles
PASS
Mileage93,786 miles
Since last MOT+89 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,697 miles
Since last MOT+6,540 miles
PASS
Mileage87,157 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,157 miles
Since last MOT+4,757 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,400 miles
Since last MOT+5,340 miles
PASS
Mileage77,060 miles
Since last MOT+6,416 miles
PASS
Mileage70,644 miles
Since last MOT+6,636 miles
PASS
Mileage64,008 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,007 miles
Since last MOT+6,673 miles
PASS
Mileage57,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,334 miles
Since last MOT+5,924 miles
PASS
Mileage51,410 miles
Since last MOT+7,540 miles
PASS
Mileage43,870 miles
Since last MOT+4,915 miles
PASS
Mileage38,955 miles
Since last MOT+6,436 miles
PASS
Mileage32,519 miles
Since last MOT+6,159 miles
PASS
Mileage26,360 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 MDE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EN03 MDE

What car is EN03 MDE?

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

What is the mileage of EN03 MDE?

The last recorded mileage for EN03 MDE was 103,803 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN03 MDE passed its MOT?

EN03 MDE has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2020.

Is EN03 MDE ULEZ compliant?

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

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