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AF53 KWB

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 148,105 miles on the clock, averaging 14,019 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 AF53 KWB

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,105
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
14,019

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,105 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,531
Average per year14,019
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AF53 KWB 78k96k113k131k148k '07'12'09

Check AF53 KWB

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage148,105 miles
Since last MOT+16,531 miles
PASS
Mileage131,574 miles
Since last MOT+14,014 miles
PASS
Mileage117,560 miles
Since last MOT+18,717 miles
PASS
Mileage98,843 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,803 miles
Since last MOT+12,178 miles
PASS
Mileage86,625 miles
Since last MOT+8,418 miles
PASS
Mileage78,207 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 KWB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AF53 KWB

What car is AF53 KWB?

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

What is the mileage of AF53 KWB?

The last recorded mileage for AF53 KWB was 148,105 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF53 KWB passed its MOT?

AF53 KWB has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 21 Jul 2012.

Is AF53 KWB ULEZ compliant?

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

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