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EN53 MRV

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 142,556 miles on the clock, averaging 6,532 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 EN53 MRV

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,532

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading142,556 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,532
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN53 MRV 80k96k111k127k143k '07'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,556 miles
Since last MOT+2,359 miles
PASS
Mileage140,197 miles
Since last MOT+2,870 miles
PASS
Mileage137,327 miles
Since last MOT+2,142 miles
PASS
Mileage135,185 miles
Since last MOT+5,625 miles
PASS
Mileage129,560 miles
Since last MOT+7,792 miles
PASS
Mileage121,768 miles
Since last MOT+8,479 miles
PASS
Mileage113,289 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,254 miles
Since last MOT+10,045 miles
PASS
Mileage103,209 miles
Since last MOT+12,493 miles
PASS
Mileage90,716 miles
Since last MOT+10,271 miles
PASS
Mileage80,445 miles
Since last MOT+121 miles
PASS
Mileage80,324 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

RegistrationEN53 MRV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EN53 MRV

What car is EN53 MRV?

EN53 MRV is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EN53 MRV?

The last recorded mileage for EN53 MRV was 142,556 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN53 MRV passed its MOT?

EN53 MRV has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2016.

Is EN53 MRV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN53 MRV 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 EN53 MRV?

EN53 MRV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.