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EO03 HVJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 91,601 miles on the clock, averaging 6,626 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 HVJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,601
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,626

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 reading91,601 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,626
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 HVJ 17k36k55k73k92k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,601 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,601 miles
Since last MOT+29,129 miles
PASS
Mileage62,472 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,470 miles
Since last MOT+15,516 miles
PASS
Mileage46,954 miles
Since last MOT+1,498 miles
PASS
Mileage45,456 miles
Since last MOT+2,632 miles
PASS
Mileage42,824 miles
Since last MOT+3,185 miles
PASS
Mileage39,639 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,635 miles
Since last MOT+3,257 miles
PASS
Mileage36,378 miles
Since last MOT+3,318 miles
PASS
Mileage33,060 miles
Since last MOT+5,004 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,056 miles
Since last MOT+5,118 miles
PASS
Mileage22,938 miles
Since last MOT+5,537 miles
PASS
Mileage17,401 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 HVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 HVJ

What car is EO03 HVJ?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 HVJ?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 HVJ was 91,601 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 HVJ passed its MOT?

EO03 HVJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2017.

Is EO03 HVJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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