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EX03 PVN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 113,802 miles on the clock, averaging 4,933 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 EX03 PVN

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,802
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
4,933

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading113,802 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year4,933
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX03 PVN 44k62k79k96k114k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,802 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,793 miles
Since last MOT+2,306 miles
PASS
Mileage111,487 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,486 miles
Since last MOT+1,977 miles
PASS
Mileage109,509 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,509 miles
Since last MOT+1,839 miles
PASS
Mileage107,670 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,669 miles
Since last MOT+2,328 miles
PASS
Mileage105,341 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,341 miles
Since last MOT+2,943 miles
PASS
Mileage102,398 miles
Since last MOT+3,879 miles
PASS
Mileage98,519 miles
Since last MOT+5,745 miles
PASS
Mileage92,774 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,773 miles
Since last MOT+5,503 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,270 miles
Since last MOT+6,735 miles
PASS
Mileage80,535 miles
Since last MOT+5,730 miles
PASS
Mileage74,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,805 miles
Since last MOT+4,505 miles
PASS
Mileage70,300 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,299 miles
Since last MOT+7,103 miles
PASS
Mileage63,196 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,196 miles
Since last MOT+9,220 miles
PASS
Mileage53,976 miles
Since last MOT+9,744 miles
PASS
Mileage44,232 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 PVN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EX03 PVN

What car is EX03 PVN?

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

What is the mileage of EX03 PVN?

The last recorded mileage for EX03 PVN was 113,802 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX03 PVN passed its MOT?

EX03 PVN has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2020.

Is EX03 PVN ULEZ compliant?

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

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