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EO53 WFH

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 120,712 miles on the clock, averaging 13,553 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 WFH

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,712
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
13,553

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 reading120,712 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,995
Average per year13,553
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO53 WFH 27k51k74k97k121k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,712 miles
Since last MOT+11,995 miles
PASS
Mileage108,717 miles
Since last MOT+15,241 miles
PASS
Mileage93,476 miles
Since last MOT+16,856 miles
PASS
Mileage76,620 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,620 miles
Since last MOT+21,409 miles
PASS
Mileage55,211 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,206 miles
Since last MOT+5,100 miles
PASS
Mileage50,106 miles
Since last MOT+10,751 miles
PASS
Mileage39,355 miles
Since last MOT+11,923 miles
PASS
Mileage27,432 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 WFH
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 WFH

What car is EO53 WFH?

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

What is the mileage of EO53 WFH?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 WFH was 120,712 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 WFH passed its MOT?

EO53 WFH has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2013.

Is EO53 WFH ULEZ compliant?

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

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