Vehicle summary
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 73,979 miles on the clock, averaging 6,268 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 KZE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 73,979 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 275 |
| Average per year | 6,268 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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
| Registration | EO03 KZE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About EO03 KZE
What car is EO03 KZE?
EO03 KZE is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EO03 KZE?
The last recorded mileage for EO03 KZE was 73,979 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO03 KZE passed its MOT?
EO03 KZE has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2014.
Is EO03 KZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO03 KZE 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 KZE?
EO03 KZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.