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EN03 NCD

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 160,253 miles on the clock, averaging 11,540 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 EN03 NCD

MOT Status
Due date passed
160,253
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,540

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading160,253 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,540
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN03 NCD 42k72k101k131k160k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,253 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,253 miles
Since last MOT+16,679 miles
PASS
Mileage143,574 miles
Since last MOT+16,118 miles
PASS
Mileage127,456 miles
Since last MOT+12,140 miles
PASS
Mileage115,316 miles
Since last MOT+10,421 miles
PASS
Mileage104,895 miles
Since last MOT+11,687 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,208 miles
Since last MOT+9,815 miles
PASS
Mileage83,393 miles
Since last MOT+9,204 miles
PASS
Mileage74,189 miles
Since last MOT+10,595 miles
PASS
Mileage63,594 miles
Since last MOT+9,333 miles
PASS
Mileage54,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,261 miles
Since last MOT+11,766 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,495 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 NCD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EN03 NCD

What car is EN03 NCD?

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

What is the mileage of EN03 NCD?

The last recorded mileage for EN03 NCD was 160,253 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN03 NCD passed its MOT?

EN03 NCD has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2016.

Is EN03 NCD ULEZ compliant?

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

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