Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 97,983 miles on the clock, averaging 8,405 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EX03 HPE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 97,983 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,559 |
| Average per year | 8,405 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX03 HPE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About EX03 HPE
What car is EX03 HPE?
EX03 HPE is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX03 HPE?
The last recorded mileage for EX03 HPE was 97,983 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX03 HPE passed its MOT?
EX03 HPE has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2015.
Is EX03 HPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX03 HPE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX03 HPE?
EX03 HPE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.