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EO03 HFU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1800cc

Purple Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1800cc
ColourPurple
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 1800cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 98,033 miles on the clock, averaging 1,217 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 HFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,033
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2017
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
1,217

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 reading98,033 miles
Reading date
Miles last year801
Average per year1,217
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 HFU 90k92k94k96k98k '17'24'21

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,033 miles
Since last MOT+801 miles
PASS
Mileage97,232 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,232 miles
Since last MOT+624 miles
PASS
Mileage96,608 miles
Since last MOT+1,199 miles
PASS
Mileage95,409 miles
Since last MOT+1,339 miles
PASS
Mileage94,070 miles
Since last MOT+569 miles
PASS
Mileage93,501 miles
Since last MOT+1,749 miles
PASS
Mileage91,752 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,710 miles
Since last MOT+2,155 miles
PASS
Mileage89,555 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 HFU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1800cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 HFU

What car is EO03 HFU?

EO03 HFU is an purple Ford Focus, diesel (1800cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO03 HFU?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 HFU was 98,033 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 HFU passed its MOT?

EO03 HFU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2024.

Is EO03 HFU ULEZ compliant?

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

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