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AF53 KUP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 79,853 miles on the clock, averaging 5,062 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 AF53 KUP

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,853
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,062

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 reading79,853 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,381
Average per year5,062
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AF53 KUP 40k50k60k70k80k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,853 miles
Since last MOT+3,381 miles
PASS
Mileage76,472 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,472 miles
Since last MOT+4,019 miles
PASS
Mileage72,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,453 miles
Since last MOT+3,768 miles
PASS
Mileage68,685 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,685 miles
Since last MOT+5,609 miles
PASS
Mileage63,076 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,076 miles
Since last MOT+5,809 miles
PASS
Mileage57,267 miles
Since last MOT+5,610 miles
PASS
Mileage51,657 miles
Since last MOT+4,890 miles
PASS
Mileage46,767 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,767 miles
Since last MOT+6,759 miles
PASS
Mileage40,008 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

RegistrationAF53 KUP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AF53 KUP

What car is AF53 KUP?

AF53 KUP is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AF53 KUP?

The last recorded mileage for AF53 KUP was 79,853 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF53 KUP passed its MOT?

AF53 KUP has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2014.

Is AF53 KUP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF53 KUP 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 AF53 KUP?

AF53 KUP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.