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EX03 OXC

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 146,407 miles on the clock, averaging 13,158 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 EX03 OXC

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,407
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
13,158

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading146,407 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,104
Average per year13,158
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX03 OXC 37k65k92k119k146k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,407 miles
Since last MOT+17,104 miles
PASS
Mileage129,303 miles
Since last MOT+20,358 miles
PASS
Mileage108,945 miles
Since last MOT+13,928 miles
PASS
Mileage95,017 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,017 miles
Since last MOT+11,643 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,374 miles
Since last MOT+12,133 miles
PASS
Mileage71,241 miles
Since last MOT+10,132 miles
PASS
Mileage61,109 miles
Since last MOT+11,351 miles
PASS
Mileage49,758 miles
Since last MOT+12,295 miles
PASS
Mileage37,463 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

RegistrationEX03 OXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EX03 OXC

What car is EX03 OXC?

EX03 OXC is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EX03 OXC?

The last recorded mileage for EX03 OXC was 146,407 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX03 OXC passed its MOT?

EX03 OXC has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2014.

Is EX03 OXC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX03 OXC 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 EX03 OXC?

EX03 OXC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.