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EO53 OXL

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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 102,466 miles on the clock, averaging 4,654 miles per year, well below 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 OXL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
102,466
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
4,654

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,466 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,654
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO53 OXL 13k35k58k80k102k '06'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,466 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,466 miles
Since last MOT+6,795 miles
PASS
Mileage95,671 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,664 miles
Since last MOT+6,552 miles
PASS
Mileage89,112 miles
Since last MOT+8,874 miles
PASS
Mileage80,238 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,238 miles
Since last MOT+9,821 miles
PASS
Mileage70,417 miles
Since last MOT+7,879 miles
PASS
Mileage62,538 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,538 miles
Since last MOT+7,675 miles
PASS
Mileage54,863 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,863 miles
Since last MOT+7,045 miles
PASS
Mileage47,818 miles
Since last MOT+6,234 miles
PASS
Mileage41,584 miles
Since last MOT+5,441 miles
PASS
Mileage36,143 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,137 miles
Since last MOT+8,729 miles
PASS
Mileage27,408 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,402 miles
Since last MOT+3,351 miles
PASS
Mileage24,051 miles
Since last MOT+2,904 miles
PASS
Mileage21,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,147 miles
Since last MOT+1,574 miles
PASS
Mileage19,573 miles
Since last MOT+1,328 miles
PASS
Mileage18,245 miles
Since last MOT+1,274 miles
PASS
Mileage16,971 miles
Since last MOT+742 miles
PASS
Mileage16,229 miles
Since last MOT+967 miles
PASS
Mileage15,262 miles
Since last MOT+901 miles
PASS
Mileage14,361 miles
Since last MOT+1,679 miles
PASS
Mileage12,682 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 OXL
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 OXL

What car is EO53 OXL?

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

What is the mileage of EO53 OXL?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 OXL was 102,466 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 OXL passed its MOT?

EO53 OXL has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2026.

Is EO53 OXL ULEZ compliant?

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

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