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 Diesel 1753cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 158,369 miles on the clock, averaging 7,575 miles per year, around 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 LLR
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,369 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,938 |
| Average per year | 7,575 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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.
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
| Registration | EP03 LLR |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EP — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About EP03 LLR
What car is EP03 LLR?
EP03 LLR is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EP03 LLR?
The last recorded mileage for EP03 LLR was 158,369 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EP03 LLR passed its MOT?
EP03 LLR has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2017.
Is EP03 LLR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EP03 LLR 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 LLR?
EP03 LLR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.