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EO03 FUP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 158,968 miles on the clock, averaging 9,521 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 EO03 FUP

MOT Status
Due date passed
158,968
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,521

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading158,968 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,496
Average per year9,521
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 FUP 34k65k96k128k159k '06'19'13

Check EO03 FUP

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage158,968 miles
Since last MOT+16,496 miles
PASS
Mileage142,472 miles
Since last MOT+173 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,299 miles
Since last MOT+11,887 miles
PASS
Mileage130,412 miles
Since last MOT+14,195 miles
PASS
Mileage116,217 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,217 miles
Since last MOT+17,525 miles
PASS
Mileage98,692 miles
Since last MOT+15,684 miles
PASS
Mileage83,008 miles
Since last MOT+3,785 miles
PASS
Mileage79,223 miles
Since last MOT+6,860 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,363 miles
Since last MOT+7,955 miles
PASS
Mileage64,408 miles
Since last MOT+7,375 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,033 miles
Since last MOT+5,735 miles
PASS
Mileage51,298 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,294 miles
Since last MOT+6,019 miles
PASS
Mileage45,275 miles
Since last MOT+5,847 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,428 miles
Since last MOT+5,438 miles
PASS
Mileage33,990 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 FUP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 FUP

What car is EO03 FUP?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 FUP?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 FUP was 158,968 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 FUP passed its MOT?

EO03 FUP has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 24 Apr 2019.

Is EO03 FUP ULEZ compliant?

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

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