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ET03 LND

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 96,221 miles on the clock, averaging 4,994 miles per year, well 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 LND

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,221
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,994

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

Low mileage
Latest reading96,221 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,994
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ET03 LND 26k44k61k79k96k '06'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,221 miles
Since last MOT+5,680 miles
PASS
Mileage90,541 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,541 miles
Since last MOT+3,741 miles
PASS
Mileage86,800 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,800 miles
Since last MOT+4,561 miles
PASS
Mileage82,239 miles
Since last MOT+4,434 miles
PASS
Mileage77,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,682 miles
PASS
Mileage74,123 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,121 miles
Since last MOT+4,658 miles
PASS
Mileage69,463 miles
Since last MOT+5,948 miles
PASS
Mileage63,515 miles
Since last MOT+7,044 miles
PASS
Mileage56,471 miles
Since last MOT+8,746 miles
PASS
Mileage47,725 miles
Since last MOT+8,321 miles
PASS
Mileage39,404 miles
Since last MOT+6,253 miles
PASS
Mileage33,151 miles
Since last MOT+6,849 miles
PASS
Mileage26,302 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 LND
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About ET03 LND

What car is ET03 LND?

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

What is the mileage of ET03 LND?

The last recorded mileage for ET03 LND was 96,221 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET03 LND passed its MOT?

ET03 LND has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2020.

Is ET03 LND ULEZ compliant?

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

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