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GK03 TFA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 118,247 miles on the clock, averaging 5,512 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 GK03 TFA

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,247
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,512

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading118,247 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year5,512
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GK03 TFA 49k66k84k101k118k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,247 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,241 miles
Since last MOT+6,495 miles
PASS
Mileage111,746 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,715 miles
Since last MOT+6,035 miles
PASS
Mileage105,680 miles
Since last MOT+118 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,562 miles
Since last MOT+9,736 miles
PASS
Mileage95,826 miles
Since last MOT+8,316 miles
PASS
Mileage87,510 miles
PASS
Mileage124,822 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,822 miles
Since last MOT+9,137 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,685 miles
Since last MOT+10,401 miles
PASS
Mileage105,284 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,281 miles
Since last MOT+12,014 miles
PASS
Mileage93,267 miles
Since last MOT+8,691 miles
PASS
Mileage84,576 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,567 miles
Since last MOT+9,960 miles
PASS
Mileage74,607 miles
Since last MOT+13,877 miles
PASS
Mileage60,730 miles
Since last MOT+119 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,611 miles
Since last MOT+11,724 miles
PASS
Mileage48,887 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,887 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 TFA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 TFA

What car is GK03 TFA?

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

What is the mileage of GK03 TFA?

The last recorded mileage for GK03 TFA was 118,247 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GK03 TFA passed its MOT?

GK03 TFA has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2018.

Is GK03 TFA ULEZ compliant?

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

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