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NH03 EZP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 88,944 miles on the clock, averaging 11,243 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 NH03 EZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,944
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
11,243

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading88,944 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year11,243
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NH03 EZP 44k55k66k78k89k '06'10'09

Check NH03 EZP

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,944 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,937 miles
Since last MOT+21,029 miles
PASS
Mileage67,908 miles
Since last MOT+11,390 miles
PASS
Mileage56,518 miles
Since last MOT+11,201 miles
PASS
Mileage45,317 miles
Since last MOT+1,812 miles
PASS
Mileage43,505 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

RegistrationNH03 EZP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNH — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NH03 EZP

What car is NH03 EZP?

NH03 EZP is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NH03 EZP?

The last recorded mileage for NH03 EZP was 88,944 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NH03 EZP passed its MOT?

NH03 EZP has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Oct 2010.

Is NH03 EZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH03 EZP 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 NH03 EZP?

NH03 EZP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.