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EO03 DWJ

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 every one. It has 48,793 miles on the clock, averaging 3,232 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 DWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,793
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,232

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 reading48,793 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,044
Average per year3,232
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 DWJ 12k22k31k40k49k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,793 miles
Since last MOT+1,044 miles
PASS
Mileage47,749 miles
Since last MOT+3,910 miles
PASS
Mileage43,839 miles
Since last MOT+5,608 miles
PASS
Mileage38,231 miles
Since last MOT+5,738 miles
PASS
Mileage32,493 miles
Since last MOT+7,393 miles
PASS
Mileage25,100 miles
Since last MOT+7,709 miles
PASS
Mileage17,391 miles
Since last MOT+5,571 miles
PASS
Mileage11,820 miles
Since last MOT+4,802 miles
PASS
Mileage7,018 miles
Since last MOT+3,255 miles
PASS
Mileage3,763 miles
Since last MOT+3,157 miles
PASS
Mileage606 miles
PASS
Mileage14,951 miles
Since last MOT+2,492 miles
PASS
Mileage12,459 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 DWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 DWJ

What car is EO03 DWJ?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 DWJ?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 DWJ was 48,793 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 DWJ passed its MOT?

EO03 DWJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (13 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2017.

Is EO03 DWJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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