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PE03 EOS

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 56,438 miles on the clock, averaging 1,383 miles per year, well 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 PE03 EOS

MOT Status
Due date passed
56,438
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
1,383

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading56,438 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,001
Average per year1,383
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE03 EOS 36k41k46k51k56k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage56,438 miles
Since last MOT+1,001 miles
PASS
Mileage55,437 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,437 miles
Since last MOT+7,881 miles
PASS
Mileage47,556 miles
Since last MOT+3,822 miles
PASS
Mileage43,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,734 miles
Since last MOT+2,526 miles
PASS
Mileage41,208 miles
Since last MOT+13,417 miles
PASS
Mileage27,791 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,788 miles
Since last MOT+13,240 miles
PASS
Mileage14,548 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,544 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,160 miles
Since last MOT+4,104 miles
PASS
Mileage85,056 miles
Since last MOT+6,999 miles
PASS
Mileage78,057 miles
Since last MOT+7,457 miles
PASS
Mileage70,600 miles
Since last MOT+7,600 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,000 miles
Since last MOT+8,125 miles
PASS
Mileage54,875 miles
Since last MOT+9,439 miles
PASS
Mileage45,436 miles
Since last MOT+9,844 miles
PASS
Mileage35,592 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

RegistrationPE03 EOS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PE03 EOS

What car is PE03 EOS?

PE03 EOS is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PE03 EOS?

The last recorded mileage for PE03 EOS was 56,438 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE03 EOS passed its MOT?

PE03 EOS has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 5 Jul 2021.

Is PE03 EOS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE03 EOS 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 PE03 EOS?

PE03 EOS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.