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ET03 KNF

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 164,609 miles on the clock, averaging 11,827 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 ET03 KNF

MOT Status
Due date passed
164,609
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,827

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading164,609 miles
Reading date
Miles last year458
Average per year11,827
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ET03 KNF 31k65k98k131k165k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,609 miles
Since last MOT+458 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,151 miles
Since last MOT+33,319 miles
PASS
Mileage130,832 miles
Since last MOT+117 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,715 miles
Since last MOT+11,943 miles
PASS
Mileage118,772 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,748 miles
Since last MOT+12,158 miles
PASS
Mileage106,590 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,590 miles
Since last MOT+6,223 miles
PASS
Mileage100,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,367 miles
Since last MOT+11,628 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,739 miles
Since last MOT+15,927 miles
PASS
Mileage72,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,812 miles
Since last MOT+13,297 miles
PASS
Mileage59,515 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,515 miles
Since last MOT+14,555 miles
PASS
Mileage44,960 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,939 miles
Since last MOT+8,486 miles
PASS
Mileage36,453 miles
Since last MOT+5,228 miles
PASS
Mileage31,225 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

RegistrationET03 KNF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About ET03 KNF

What car is ET03 KNF?

ET03 KNF is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of ET03 KNF?

The last recorded mileage for ET03 KNF was 164,609 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET03 KNF passed its MOT?

ET03 KNF has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2017.

Is ET03 KNF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET03 KNF 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 ET03 KNF?

ET03 KNF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.