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EY53 WWH

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 150,803 miles on the clock, averaging 10,337 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 EY53 WWH

MOT Status
Due date passed
150,803
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,337

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading150,803 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,936
Average per year10,337
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EY53 WWH 31k61k91k121k151k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage150,803 miles
Since last MOT+7,936 miles
PASS
Mileage142,867 miles
Since last MOT+170 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,697 miles
Since last MOT+11,050 miles
PASS
Mileage131,647 miles
Since last MOT+8,513 miles
PASS
Mileage123,134 miles
Since last MOT+8,090 miles
PASS
Mileage115,044 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,031 miles
Since last MOT+10,032 miles
PASS
Mileage104,999 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,993 miles
Since last MOT+11,894 miles
PASS
Mileage93,099 miles
Since last MOT+10,647 miles
PASS
Mileage82,452 miles
Since last MOT+12,384 miles
PASS
Mileage70,068 miles
Since last MOT+10,339 miles
PASS
Mileage59,729 miles
Since last MOT+13,004 miles
PASS
Mileage46,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,725 miles
Since last MOT+16,087 miles
PASS
Mileage30,638 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 WWH
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 WWH

What car is EY53 WWH?

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

What is the mileage of EY53 WWH?

The last recorded mileage for EY53 WWH was 150,803 miles, recorded on 1 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY53 WWH passed its MOT?

EY53 WWH has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2018.

Is EY53 WWH ULEZ compliant?

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

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