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EO03 DVP

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 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 99,036 miles on the clock, averaging 4,996 miles per year, well 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 EO03 DVP

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,036
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
4,996

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading99,036 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,258
Average per year4,996
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 DVP 44k58k72k85k99k '06'17'12

Check EO03 DVP

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,036 miles
Since last MOT+2,258 miles
PASS
Mileage96,778 miles
Since last MOT+2,946 miles
PASS
Mileage93,832 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,774 miles
Since last MOT+3,574 miles
PASS
Mileage90,200 miles
Since last MOT+3,160 miles
PASS
Mileage87,040 miles
Since last MOT+2,871 miles
PASS
Mileage84,169 miles
Since last MOT+5,499 miles
PASS
Mileage78,670 miles
Since last MOT+5,458 miles
PASS
Mileage73,212 miles
Since last MOT+6,448 miles
PASS
Mileage66,764 miles
Since last MOT+5,109 miles
PASS
Mileage61,655 miles
Since last MOT+6,900 miles
PASS
Mileage54,755 miles
Since last MOT+10,525 miles
PASS
Mileage44,230 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

RegistrationEO03 DVP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 DVP

What car is EO03 DVP?

EO03 DVP is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO03 DVP?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 DVP was 99,036 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 DVP passed its MOT?

EO03 DVP has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Feb 2017.

Is EO03 DVP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO03 DVP 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 EO03 DVP?

EO03 DVP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.