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EN53 KMZ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 121,444 miles on the clock, averaging 7,241 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 EN53 KMZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,444
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,241

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,444 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-1,549
Average per year7,241
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN53 KMZ 29k52k75k98k121k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,444 miles
PASS
Mileage122,993 miles
Since last MOT+10,017 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,976 miles
Since last MOT+10,109 miles
PASS
Mileage102,867 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,865 miles
Since last MOT+10,441 miles
PASS
Mileage92,424 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,420 miles
Since last MOT+10,939 miles
PASS
Mileage81,481 miles
Since last MOT+625 miles
PASS
Mileage80,856 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,856 miles
Since last MOT+10,663 miles
PASS
Mileage70,193 miles
Since last MOT+265 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,928 miles
Since last MOT+33,551 miles
PASS
Mileage36,377 miles
Since last MOT+16,531 miles
PASS
Mileage19,846 miles
Since last MOT+9,770 miles
PASS
Mileage10,076 miles
PASS
Mileage41,437 miles
Since last MOT+2,414 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,023 miles
Since last MOT+10,103 miles
PASS
Mileage28,920 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

RegistrationEN53 KMZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EN53 KMZ

What car is EN53 KMZ?

EN53 KMZ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EN53 KMZ?

The last recorded mileage for EN53 KMZ was 121,444 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN53 KMZ passed its MOT?

EN53 KMZ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2019.

Is EN53 KMZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN53 KMZ 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 EN53 KMZ?

EN53 KMZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.