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EO03 XZF

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 120,285 miles on the clock, averaging 8,472 miles per year, around 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 XZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,285
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,472

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,285 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year8,472
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO03 XZF 24k48k72k96k120k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,285 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,279 miles
Since last MOT+7,067 miles
PASS
Mileage113,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,212 miles
Since last MOT+12,535 miles
PASS
Mileage100,677 miles
Since last MOT+10,298 miles
PASS
Mileage90,379 miles
Since last MOT+9,985 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,394 miles
Since last MOT+7,992 miles
PASS
Mileage72,402 miles
Since last MOT+5,949 miles
PASS
Mileage66,453 miles
Since last MOT+7,362 miles
PASS
Mileage59,091 miles
Since last MOT+6,978 miles
PASS
Mileage52,113 miles
Since last MOT+9,076 miles
PASS
Mileage43,037 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,037 miles
Since last MOT+8,002 miles
PASS
Mileage35,035 miles
Since last MOT+11,222 miles
PASS
Mileage23,813 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 XZF
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 XZF

What car is EO03 XZF?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 XZF?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 XZF was 120,285 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 XZF passed its MOT?

EO03 XZF has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2017.

Is EO03 XZF ULEZ compliant?

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

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