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EP03 GRX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 88,145 miles on the clock, averaging 5,207 miles per year, 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 EP03 GRX

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,145
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,207

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading88,145 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,207
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EP03 GRX 21k38k54k71k88k '06'19'13

Check EP03 GRX

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,145 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,144 miles
Since last MOT+4,585 miles
PASS
Mileage83,559 miles
Since last MOT+5,104 miles
PASS
Mileage78,455 miles
Since last MOT+4,036 miles
PASS
Mileage74,419 miles
Since last MOT+3,707 miles
PASS
Mileage70,712 miles
Since last MOT+3,788 miles
PASS
Mileage66,924 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,900 miles
Since last MOT+6,078 miles
PASS
Mileage60,822 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,822 miles
Since last MOT+6,708 miles
PASS
Mileage54,114 miles
Since last MOT+7,089 miles
PASS
Mileage47,025 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,025 miles
Since last MOT+5,236 miles
PASS
Mileage41,789 miles
Since last MOT+4,615 miles
PASS
Mileage37,174 miles
Since last MOT+5,904 miles
PASS
Mileage31,270 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,270 miles
Since last MOT+4,600 miles
PASS
Mileage26,670 miles
Since last MOT+5,875 miles
PASS
Mileage20,795 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

RegistrationEP03 GRX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEP — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EP03 GRX

What car is EP03 GRX?

EP03 GRX is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EP03 GRX?

The last recorded mileage for EP03 GRX was 88,145 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EP03 GRX passed its MOT?

EP03 GRX has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2019.

Is EP03 GRX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EP03 GRX 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 EP03 GRX?

EP03 GRX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.