Vehicle summary
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 148,861 miles on the clock, averaging 7,096 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 EX03 WKB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,735 |
| Average per year | 7,096 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | EX03 WKB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About EX03 WKB
What car is EX03 WKB?
EX03 WKB is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX03 WKB?
The last recorded mileage for EX03 WKB was 148,861 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX03 WKB passed its MOT?
EX03 WKB has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2019.
Is EX03 WKB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX03 WKB 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 EX03 WKB?
EX03 WKB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.