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GK03 VGA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 200,290 miles on the clock, averaging 9,834 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 GK03 VGA

MOT Status
Due date passed
200,290
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,834

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading200,290 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,757
Average per year9,834
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GK03 VGA 73k105k136k168k200k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage200,290 miles
Since last MOT+12,757 miles
PASS
Mileage187,533 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage187,533 miles
Since last MOT+6,511 miles
PASS
Mileage181,022 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,020 miles
Since last MOT+3,292 miles
PASS
Mileage177,728 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage177,728 miles
Since last MOT+8,898 miles
PASS
Mileage168,830 miles
Since last MOT+6,071 miles
PASS
Mileage162,759 miles
Since last MOT+7,716 miles
PASS
Mileage155,043 miles
Since last MOT+6,623 miles
PASS
Mileage148,420 miles
Since last MOT+96 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,324 miles
Since last MOT+9,010 miles
PASS
Mileage139,314 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,279 miles
Since last MOT+7,300 miles
PASS
Mileage131,979 miles
Since last MOT+10,447 miles
PASS
Mileage121,532 miles
Since last MOT+10,769 miles
PASS
Mileage110,763 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,763 miles
Since last MOT+18,116 miles
PASS
Mileage92,647 miles
Since last MOT+19,960 miles
PASS
Mileage72,687 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 VGA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
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 VGA

What car is GK03 VGA?

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

What is the mileage of GK03 VGA?

The last recorded mileage for GK03 VGA was 200,290 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GK03 VGA passed its MOT?

GK03 VGA has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2019.

Is GK03 VGA ULEZ compliant?

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

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