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EO03 HJD

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 136,889 miles on the clock, averaging 9,761 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 HJD

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,889
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,761

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading136,889 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,761
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO03 HJD 44k67k91k114k137k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,889 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,888 miles
Since last MOT+14,827 miles
PASS
Mileage122,061 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,061 miles
Since last MOT+14,535 miles
PASS
Mileage107,526 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,525 miles
Since last MOT+11,029 miles
PASS
Mileage96,496 miles
Since last MOT+6,784 miles
PASS
Mileage89,712 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,712 miles
Since last MOT+5,809 miles
PASS
Mileage83,903 miles
Since last MOT+8,989 miles
PASS
Mileage74,914 miles
Since last MOT+8,497 miles
PASS
Mileage66,417 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,416 miles
Since last MOT+5,113 miles
PASS
Mileage61,303 miles
Since last MOT+16,995 miles
PASS
Mileage44,308 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 HJD
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 HJD

What car is EO03 HJD?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 HJD?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 HJD was 136,889 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 HJD passed its MOT?

EO03 HJD has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2015.

Is EO03 HJD ULEZ compliant?

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

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