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EO53 FJK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 146,746 miles on the clock, averaging 8,344 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 EO53 FJK

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,746
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,344

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading146,746 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,344
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO53 FJK 37k64k92k119k147k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,746 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,746 miles
Since last MOT+8,293 miles
PASS
Mileage138,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,453 miles
Since last MOT+4,793 miles
PASS
Mileage133,660 miles
Since last MOT+1,730 miles
PASS
Mileage131,930 miles
Since last MOT+17,032 miles
PASS
Mileage114,898 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,896 miles
Since last MOT+11,934 miles
PASS
Mileage102,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,962 miles
Since last MOT+12,379 miles
PASS
Mileage90,583 miles
Since last MOT+6,810 miles
PASS
Mileage83,773 miles
Since last MOT+7,839 miles
PASS
Mileage75,934 miles
Since last MOT+8,988 miles
PASS
Mileage66,946 miles
Since last MOT+15,129 miles
PASS
Mileage51,817 miles
Since last MOT+10,468 miles
PASS
Mileage41,349 miles
Since last MOT+4,506 miles
PASS
Mileage36,843 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

RegistrationEO53 FJK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EO53 FJK

What car is EO53 FJK?

EO53 FJK is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO53 FJK?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 FJK was 146,746 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 FJK passed its MOT?

EO53 FJK has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2019.

Is EO53 FJK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 FJK 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 EO53 FJK?

EO53 FJK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.