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EX03 TWP

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 123,491 miles on the clock, averaging 8,694 miles per year, around 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 TWP

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,491
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,694

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,491 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,293
Average per year8,694
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX03 TWP 37k58k80k102k123k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,491 miles
Since last MOT+5,293 miles
PASS
Mileage118,198 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,198 miles
Since last MOT+5,869 miles
PASS
Mileage112,329 miles
Since last MOT+14,774 miles
PASS
Mileage97,555 miles
Since last MOT+2,157 miles
PASS
Mileage95,398 miles
Since last MOT+5,339 miles
PASS
Mileage90,059 miles
Since last MOT+7,152 miles
PASS
Mileage82,907 miles
Since last MOT+8,853 miles
PASS
Mileage74,054 miles
Since last MOT+7,912 miles
PASS
Mileage66,142 miles
Since last MOT+14,239 miles
PASS
Mileage51,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,903 miles
Since last MOT+15,383 miles
PASS
Mileage36,520 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 TWP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EX03 TWP

What car is EX03 TWP?

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

What is the mileage of EX03 TWP?

The last recorded mileage for EX03 TWP was 123,491 miles, recorded on 9 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX03 TWP passed its MOT?

EX03 TWP has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2016.

Is EX03 TWP ULEZ compliant?

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

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