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EN03 XLY

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 295,940 miles on the clock, averaging 32,665 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 XLY

MOT Status
Due date passed
295,940
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
32,665

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 reading295,940 miles
Reading date
Miles last year33,741
Average per year32,665
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN03 XLY 68k125k182k239k296k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage295,940 miles
Since last MOT+33,741 miles
PASS
Mileage262,199 miles
Since last MOT+33,701 miles
PASS
Mileage228,498 miles
Since last MOT+35,622 miles
PASS
Mileage192,876 miles
Since last MOT+34,738 miles
PASS
Mileage158,138 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage121,056 miles
Since last MOT+34,815 miles
PASS
Mileage86,241 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,241 miles
Since last MOT+18,616 miles
PASS
Mileage67,625 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 XLY
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 XLY

What car is EN03 XLY?

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

What is the mileage of EN03 XLY?

The last recorded mileage for EN03 XLY was 295,940 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN03 XLY passed its MOT?

EN03 XLY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2013.

Is EN03 XLY ULEZ compliant?

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

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