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ET03 OMP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 129,403 miles on the clock, averaging 12,333 miles per year, above 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 OMP

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,403
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,333

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading129,403 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,976
Average per year12,333
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ET03 OMP 23k50k76k103k129k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,403 miles
Since last MOT+8,976 miles
PASS
Mileage120,427 miles
Since last MOT+8,201 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,226 miles
Since last MOT+14,228 miles
PASS
Mileage97,998 miles
Since last MOT+22,941 miles
PASS
Mileage75,057 miles
Since last MOT+24,114 miles
PASS
Mileage50,943 miles
Since last MOT+10,099 miles
PASS
Mileage40,844 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,844 miles
Since last MOT+7,783 miles
PASS
Mileage33,061 miles
Since last MOT+10,155 miles
PASS
Mileage22,906 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 OMP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About ET03 OMP

What car is ET03 OMP?

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

What is the mileage of ET03 OMP?

The last recorded mileage for ET03 OMP was 129,403 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET03 OMP passed its MOT?

ET03 OMP has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2015.

Is ET03 OMP ULEZ compliant?

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

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