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EO53 VXK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 95,857 miles on the clock, averaging 3,388 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 VXK

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
95,857
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,388

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading95,857 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,223
Average per year3,388
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO53 VXK 31k47k63k80k96k '06'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,857 miles
Since last MOT+4,223 miles
PASS
Mileage91,634 miles
Since last MOT+1,595 miles
PASS
Mileage90,039 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,032 miles
Since last MOT+2,837 miles
PASS
Mileage87,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,195 miles
Since last MOT+2,027 miles
PASS
Mileage85,168 miles
Since last MOT+1,222 miles
PASS
Mileage83,946 miles
Since last MOT+4,439 miles
PASS
Mileage79,507 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,493 miles
Since last MOT+7,117 miles
PASS
Mileage72,376 miles
Since last MOT+181 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,195 miles
Since last MOT+5,295 miles
PASS
Mileage66,900 miles
Since last MOT+3,890 miles
PASS
Mileage63,010 miles
Since last MOT+2,456 miles
PASS
Mileage60,554 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,520 miles
Since last MOT+2,255 miles
PASS
Mileage58,265 miles
Since last MOT+7,426 miles
PASS
Mileage50,839 miles
Since last MOT+11,175 miles
PASS
Mileage39,664 miles
Since last MOT+8,636 miles
PASS
Mileage31,028 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 VXK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EO53 VXK

What car is EO53 VXK?

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

What is the mileage of EO53 VXK?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 VXK was 95,857 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 VXK passed its MOT?

EO53 VXK has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2025.

Is EO53 VXK ULEZ compliant?

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

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