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EY03 ONU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 149,538 miles on the clock, averaging 13,163 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 EY03 ONU

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,538
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,163

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,538 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,163
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EY03 ONU 34k63k92k121k150k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,538 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,538 miles
Since last MOT+25,949 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+23,437 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+29,181 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,877 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+7,370 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+5,307 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+7,952 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+11,535 miles
PASS
Mileage33,930 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

RegistrationEY03 ONU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEY — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EY03 ONU

What car is EY03 ONU?

EY03 ONU is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EY03 ONU?

The last recorded mileage for EY03 ONU was 149,538 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY03 ONU passed its MOT?

EY03 ONU has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Dec 2014.

Is EY03 ONU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY03 ONU 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 EY03 ONU?

EY03 ONU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.