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GK03 EBU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 88,387 miles on the clock, averaging 8,204 miles per year, around 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 GK03 EBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,387
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,204

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading88,387 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,204
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GK03 EBU 32k46k60k74k88k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,387 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,387 miles
Since last MOT+10,193 miles
PASS
Mileage78,194 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,194 miles
Since last MOT+7,682 miles
PASS
Mileage70,512 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,510 miles
Since last MOT+12,124 miles
PASS
Mileage58,386 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,379 miles
Since last MOT+26,301 miles
PASS
Mileage32,078 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

RegistrationGK03 EBU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGK — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GK03 EBU

What car is GK03 EBU?

GK03 EBU is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GK03 EBU?

The last recorded mileage for GK03 EBU was 88,387 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GK03 EBU passed its MOT?

GK03 EBU has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2013.

Is GK03 EBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK03 EBU 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 GK03 EBU?

GK03 EBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.