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EO03 XWH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 66,568 miles on the clock, averaging 3,902 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 XWH

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,568
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,902

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 reading66,568 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,894
Average per year3,902
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 XWH 22k33k44k55k67k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,568 miles
Since last MOT+3,894 miles
PASS
Mileage62,674 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,674 miles
Since last MOT+3,785 miles
PASS
Mileage58,889 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,889 miles
Since last MOT+4,145 miles
PASS
Mileage54,744 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,727 miles
Since last MOT+4,411 miles
PASS
Mileage50,316 miles
Since last MOT+3,681 miles
PASS
Mileage46,635 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,635 miles
Since last MOT+4,660 miles
PASS
Mileage41,975 miles
Since last MOT+4,019 miles
PASS
Mileage37,956 miles
Since last MOT+2,661 miles
PASS
Mileage35,295 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,294 miles
Since last MOT+1,565 miles
PASS
Mileage33,729 miles
Since last MOT+4,922 miles
PASS
Mileage28,807 miles
Since last MOT+2,083 miles
PASS
Mileage26,724 miles
Since last MOT+4,627 miles
PASS
Mileage22,097 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 XWH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 XWH

What car is EO03 XWH?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 XWH?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 XWH was 66,568 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 XWH passed its MOT?

EO03 XWH has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2017.

Is EO03 XWH ULEZ compliant?

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

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