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EO53 OLW

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 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 158,355 miles on the clock, averaging 11,799 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 EO53 OLW

MOT Status
Due date passed
158,355
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,799

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 reading158,355 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10
Average per year11,799
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO53 OLW 58k83k108k133k158k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage158,355 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,345 miles
Since last MOT+10,370 miles
PASS
Mileage147,975 miles
Since last MOT+7,537 miles
PASS
Mileage140,438 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,438 miles
Since last MOT+8,407 miles
PASS
Mileage132,031 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,029 miles
Since last MOT+8,124 miles
PASS
Mileage123,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,905 miles
Since last MOT+9,683 miles
PASS
Mileage114,222 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,222 miles
Since last MOT+12,481 miles
PASS
Mileage101,741 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,741 miles
Since last MOT+24,344 miles
PASS
Mileage77,397 miles
Since last MOT+18,988 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,409 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 OLW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EO53 OLW

What car is EO53 OLW?

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

What is the mileage of EO53 OLW?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 OLW was 158,355 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 OLW passed its MOT?

EO53 OLW has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2015.

Is EO53 OLW ULEZ compliant?

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

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