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EO03 HJK

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 150,044 miles on the clock, averaging 7,141 miles per year, 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 HJK

MOT Status
Due date passed
150,044
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,141

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading150,044 miles
Reading date
Miles last year393
Average per year7,141
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 HJK 39k67k95k122k150k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage150,044 miles
Since last MOT+393 miles
PASS
Mileage149,651 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,648 miles
Since last MOT+1,199 miles
PASS
Mileage148,449 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,449 miles
Since last MOT+3,489 miles
PASS
Mileage144,960 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,959 miles
Since last MOT+1,073 miles
PASS
Mileage143,886 miles
Since last MOT+2,050 miles
PASS
Mileage141,836 miles
Since last MOT+22,612 miles
PASS
Mileage119,224 miles
Since last MOT+8,555 miles
PASS
Mileage110,669 miles
Since last MOT+8,244 miles
PASS
Mileage102,425 miles
Since last MOT+6,760 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,665 miles
Since last MOT+7,909 miles
PASS
Mileage87,756 miles
Since last MOT+7,581 miles
PASS
Mileage80,175 miles
Since last MOT+10,814 miles
PASS
Mileage69,361 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,360 miles
Since last MOT+6,692 miles
PASS
Mileage62,668 miles
Since last MOT+9,644 miles
PASS
Mileage53,024 miles
Since last MOT+14,048 miles
PASS
Mileage38,976 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 HJK
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 HJK

What car is EO03 HJK?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 HJK?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 HJK was 150,044 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 HJK passed its MOT?

EO03 HJK has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 5 Oct 2021.

Is EO03 HJK ULEZ compliant?

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

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