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EO03 VEW

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 38,055 miles on the clock, averaging 1,454 miles per year, well 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 VEW

MOT Status
Due date passed
38,055
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
1,454

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading38,055 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year1,454
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 VEW 25k28k32k35k38k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage38,055 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,050 miles
Since last MOT+12,196 miles
PASS
Mileage25,854 miles
Since last MOT+16,228 miles
PASS
Mileage9,626 miles
PASS
Mileage105,735 miles
Since last MOT+3,313 miles
PASS
Mileage102,422 miles
Since last MOT+12,666 miles
PASS
Mileage89,756 miles
Since last MOT+15,766 miles
PASS
Mileage73,990 miles
Since last MOT+16,192 miles
PASS
Mileage57,798 miles
Since last MOT+15,717 miles
PASS
Mileage42,081 miles
Since last MOT+16,906 miles
PASS
Mileage25,175 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 VEW
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 VEW

What car is EO03 VEW?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 VEW?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 VEW was 38,055 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 VEW passed its MOT?

EO03 VEW has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Feb 2015.

Is EO03 VEW ULEZ compliant?

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

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