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EO03 EUW

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 42,413 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for EO03 EUW

MOT Status
Due date passed
42,413
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading42,413 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 EUW 52k52k52k52k52k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage42,413 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,413 miles
Since last MOT+11,938 miles
PASS
Mileage30,475 miles
Since last MOT+9,882 miles
PASS
Mileage20,593 miles
Since last MOT+2,590 miles
PASS
Mileage18,003 miles
Since last MOT+5,130 miles
PASS
Mileage12,873 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,873 miles
PASS
Mileage85,660 miles
Since last MOT+3,120 miles
PASS
Mileage82,540 miles
Since last MOT+9,661 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,879 miles
Since last MOT+9,723 miles
PASS
Mileage63,156 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,156 miles
Since last MOT+10,585 miles
PASS
Mileage52,571 miles
Since last MOT+863 miles
PASS
Mileage51,708 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 EUW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 EUW

What car is EO03 EUW?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 EUW?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 EUW was 42,413 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 EUW passed its MOT?

EO03 EUW has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2017.

Is EO03 EUW ULEZ compliant?

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

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