Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 165,852 miles on the clock, averaging 9,863 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EO53 FJV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,852 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,612 |
| Average per year | 9,863 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EO53 FJV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EO53 FJV
What car is EO53 FJV?
EO53 FJV is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EO53 FJV?
The last recorded mileage for EO53 FJV was 165,852 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO53 FJV passed its MOT?
EO53 FJV has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2021.
Is EO53 FJV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 FJV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EO53 FJV?
EO53 FJV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.