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EO03 YRZ

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 153,187 miles on the clock, averaging 15,285 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 YRZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,187
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
15,285

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading153,187 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,231
Average per year15,285
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 YRZ 24k57k89k121k153k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,187 miles
Since last MOT+7,231 miles
PASS
Mileage145,956 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,952 miles
Since last MOT+7,637 miles
PASS
Mileage138,315 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,310 miles
Since last MOT+13,261 miles
PASS
Mileage125,049 miles
Since last MOT+23,039 miles
PASS
Mileage102,010 miles
Since last MOT+22,962 miles
PASS
Mileage79,048 miles
Since last MOT+23,422 miles
PASS
Mileage55,626 miles
Since last MOT+17,012 miles
PASS
Mileage38,614 miles
Since last MOT+6,137 miles
PASS
Mileage32,477 miles
Since last MOT+8,175 miles
PASS
Mileage24,302 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 YRZ
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 YRZ

What car is EO03 YRZ?

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

What is the mileage of EO03 YRZ?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 YRZ was 153,187 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 YRZ passed its MOT?

EO03 YRZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2014.

Is EO03 YRZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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