Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 139,920 miles on the clock, averaging 9,925 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EP03 CTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,920 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 31 |
| Average per year | 9,925 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EP03 CTU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EP — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About EP03 CTU
What car is EP03 CTU?
EP03 CTU is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EP03 CTU?
The last recorded mileage for EP03 CTU was 139,920 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EP03 CTU passed its MOT?
EP03 CTU has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2017.
Is EP03 CTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EP03 CTU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EP03 CTU?
EP03 CTU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.