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OY53 EUH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 129,946 miles on the clock, averaging 6,660 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 OY53 EUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,946
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
84%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,660

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading129,946 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,134
Average per year6,660
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OY53 EUH 30k55k80k105k130k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,946 miles
Since last MOT+3,134 miles
PASS
Mileage126,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,812 miles
Since last MOT+4,399 miles
PASS
Mileage122,413 miles
Since last MOT+6,699 miles
PASS
Mileage115,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,714 miles
Since last MOT+6,767 miles
PASS
Mileage108,947 miles
Since last MOT+7,826 miles
PASS
Mileage101,121 miles
Since last MOT+6,723 miles
PASS
Mileage94,398 miles
Since last MOT+6,057 miles
PASS
Mileage88,341 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,334 miles
Since last MOT+7,263 miles
PASS
Mileage81,071 miles
Since last MOT+5,985 miles
PASS
Mileage75,086 miles
Since last MOT+6,145 miles
PASS
Mileage68,941 miles
Since last MOT+9,090 miles
PASS
Mileage59,851 miles
Since last MOT+7,321 miles
PASS
Mileage52,530 miles
Since last MOT+7,820 miles
PASS
Mileage44,710 miles
Since last MOT+8,318 miles
PASS
Mileage36,392 miles
Since last MOT+6,130 miles
PASS
Mileage30,262 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

RegistrationOY53 EUH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About OY53 EUH

What car is OY53 EUH?

OY53 EUH is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OY53 EUH?

The last recorded mileage for OY53 EUH was 129,946 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY53 EUH passed its MOT?

OY53 EUH has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2021.

Is OY53 EUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY53 EUH 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 OY53 EUH?

OY53 EUH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.