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EO03 XXL

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 188,988 miles on the clock, averaging 16,751 miles per year, above 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 XXL

MOT Status
Due date passed
188,988
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
16,751

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading188,988 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,898
Average per year16,751
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO03 XXL 51k86k120k155k189k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage188,988 miles
Since last MOT+15,898 miles
PASS
Mileage173,090 miles
Since last MOT+14,967 miles
PASS
Mileage158,123 miles
Since last MOT+14,269 miles
PASS
Mileage143,854 miles
Since last MOT+12,003 miles
PASS
Mileage131,851 miles
Since last MOT+14,326 miles
PASS
Mileage117,525 miles
Since last MOT+23,266 miles
PASS
Mileage94,259 miles
Since last MOT+23,011 miles
PASS
Mileage71,248 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,248 miles
Since last MOT+20,114 miles
PASS
Mileage51,134 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 XXL
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 XXL

What car is EO03 XXL?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 XXL?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 XXL was 188,988 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 XXL passed its MOT?

EO03 XXL has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jun 2014.

Is EO03 XXL ULEZ compliant?

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

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