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EO53 WEJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 129,066 miles on the clock, averaging 12,632 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 WEJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,066
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,632

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading129,066 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,091
Average per year12,632
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO53 WEJ 27k53k78k104k129k '06'14'10

Check EO53 WEJ

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage129,066 miles
Since last MOT+6,091 miles
PASS
Mileage122,975 miles
Since last MOT+9,428 miles
PASS
Mileage113,547 miles
Since last MOT+14,342 miles
PASS
Mileage99,205 miles
Since last MOT+14,716 miles
PASS
Mileage84,489 miles
Since last MOT+18,691 miles
PASS
Mileage65,798 miles
Since last MOT+14,907 miles
PASS
Mileage50,891 miles
Since last MOT+14,080 miles
PASS
Mileage36,811 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,802 miles
Since last MOT+9,316 miles
PASS
Mileage27,486 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 WEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EO53 WEJ

What car is EO53 WEJ?

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

What is the mileage of EO53 WEJ?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 WEJ was 129,066 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 WEJ passed its MOT?

EO53 WEJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 27 Sep 2014.

Is EO53 WEJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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