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EN03 NRL

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 157,462 miles on the clock, averaging 15,655 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 NRL

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,462
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
15,655

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading157,462 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,171
Average per year15,655
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN03 NRL 20k54k89k123k157k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,462 miles
Since last MOT+7,171 miles
PASS
Mileage150,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,291 miles
Since last MOT+17,860 miles
PASS
Mileage132,431 miles
Since last MOT+21,740 miles
PASS
Mileage110,691 miles
Since last MOT+17,429 miles
PASS
Mileage93,262 miles
Since last MOT+20,588 miles
PASS
Mileage72,674 miles
Since last MOT+21,039 miles
PASS
Mileage51,635 miles
Since last MOT+18,955 miles
PASS
Mileage32,680 miles
Since last MOT+3,185 miles
PASS
Mileage29,495 miles
Since last MOT+9,915 miles
PASS
Mileage19,580 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 NRL
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 NRL

What car is EN03 NRL?

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

What is the mileage of EN03 NRL?

The last recorded mileage for EN03 NRL was 157,462 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN03 NRL passed its MOT?

EN03 NRL has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Apr 2015.

Is EN03 NRL ULEZ compliant?

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

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