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EO03 HHF

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 157,157 miles on the clock, averaging 9,756 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 HHF

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,157
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,756

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 reading157,157 miles
Reading date
Miles last year54
Average per year9,756
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 HHF 50k77k103k130k157k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,157 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,103 miles
Since last MOT+64 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,039 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,024 miles
Since last MOT+1,317 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,707 miles
Since last MOT+11,770 miles
PASS
Mileage143,937 miles
Since last MOT+406 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,531 miles
Since last MOT+9,684 miles
PASS
Mileage133,847 miles
Since last MOT+3,815 miles
PASS
Mileage130,032 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,009 miles
Since last MOT+9,387 miles
PASS
Mileage120,622 miles
Since last MOT+6,302 miles
PASS
Mileage114,320 miles
Since last MOT+7,580 miles
PASS
Mileage106,740 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,730 miles
Since last MOT+12,085 miles
PASS
Mileage94,645 miles
Since last MOT+14,631 miles
PASS
Mileage80,014 miles
Since last MOT+11,576 miles
PASS
Mileage68,438 miles
Since last MOT+18,738 miles
PASS
Mileage49,700 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 HHF
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 HHF

What car is EO03 HHF?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 HHF?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 HHF was 157,157 miles, recorded on 10 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 HHF passed its MOT?

EO03 HHF has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2017.

Is EO03 HHF ULEZ compliant?

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

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