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EY53 RZF

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 126,354 miles on the clock, averaging 6,732 miles per year, 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 EY53 RZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,354
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
6,732

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading126,354 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,732
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EY53 RZF 34k57k80k103k126k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,354 miles
Since last MOT+3,118 miles
PASS
Mileage123,236 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,235 miles
Since last MOT+5,656 miles
PASS
Mileage117,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,579 miles
Since last MOT+6,382 miles
PASS
Mileage111,197 miles
Since last MOT+9,694 miles
PASS
Mileage101,503 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,503 miles
Since last MOT+3,215 miles
PASS
Mileage98,288 miles
Since last MOT+4,704 miles
PASS
Mileage93,584 miles
Since last MOT+7,237 miles
PASS
Mileage86,347 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,346 miles
Since last MOT+6,688 miles
PASS
Mileage79,658 miles
Since last MOT+600 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,058 miles
Since last MOT+7,059 miles
PASS
Mileage71,999 miles
Since last MOT+10,486 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,513 miles
Since last MOT+9,585 miles
PASS
Mileage51,928 miles
Since last MOT+8,679 miles
PASS
Mileage43,249 miles
Since last MOT+185 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,064 miles
Since last MOT+8,620 miles
PASS
Mileage34,444 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

RegistrationEY53 RZF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEY — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EY53 RZF

What car is EY53 RZF?

EY53 RZF is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EY53 RZF?

The last recorded mileage for EY53 RZF was 126,354 miles, recorded on 12 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY53 RZF passed its MOT?

EY53 RZF has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2020.

Is EY53 RZF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY53 RZF 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 EY53 RZF?

EY53 RZF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.