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ET03 FZF

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 121,091 miles on the clock, averaging 6,427 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 ET03 FZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,091
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,427

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,091 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,427
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ET03 FZF 46k65k84k102k121k '06'18'13

Check ET03 FZF

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,091 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,091 miles
Since last MOT+2,544 miles
PASS
Mileage118,547 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,531 miles
Since last MOT+4,856 miles
PASS
Mileage113,675 miles
Since last MOT+7,326 miles
PASS
Mileage106,349 miles
Since last MOT+10,199 miles
PASS
Mileage96,150 miles
Since last MOT+7,521 miles
PASS
Mileage88,629 miles
Since last MOT+10,276 miles
PASS
Mileage78,353 miles
Since last MOT+7,101 miles
PASS
Mileage71,252 miles
Since last MOT+6,796 miles
PASS
Mileage64,456 miles
Since last MOT+6,445 miles
PASS
Mileage58,011 miles
Since last MOT+5,575 miles
PASS
Mileage52,436 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,430 miles
Since last MOT+6,133 miles
PASS
Mileage46,297 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

RegistrationET03 FZF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About ET03 FZF

What car is ET03 FZF?

ET03 FZF is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of ET03 FZF?

The last recorded mileage for ET03 FZF was 121,091 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET03 FZF passed its MOT?

ET03 FZF has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2018.

Is ET03 FZF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET03 FZF 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 ET03 FZF?

ET03 FZF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.