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KB03 JPV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 193,228 miles on the clock, averaging 10,619 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 KB03 JPV

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,228
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,619

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading193,228 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,133
Average per year10,619
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KB03 JPV 60k93k126k160k193k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,228 miles
Since last MOT+11,133 miles
PASS
Mileage182,095 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage182,095 miles
Since last MOT+6,448 miles
PASS
Mileage175,647 miles
Since last MOT+124 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,523 miles
Since last MOT+4,934 miles
PASS
Mileage170,589 miles
Since last MOT+236 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,353 miles
Since last MOT+12,193 miles
PASS
Mileage158,160 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,125 miles
Since last MOT+141 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,984 miles
Since last MOT+12,865 miles
PASS
Mileage145,119 miles
Since last MOT+16,816 miles
PASS
Mileage128,303 miles
Since last MOT+16,172 miles
PASS
Mileage112,131 miles
Since last MOT+20,476 miles
PASS
Mileage91,655 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,655 miles
Since last MOT+10,934 miles
PASS
Mileage80,721 miles
Since last MOT+9,490 miles
PASS
Mileage71,231 miles
Since last MOT+8,542 miles
PASS
Mileage62,689 miles
Since last MOT+3,177 miles
PASS
Mileage59,512 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

RegistrationKB03 JPV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KB03 JPV

What car is KB03 JPV?

KB03 JPV is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KB03 JPV?

The last recorded mileage for KB03 JPV was 193,228 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB03 JPV passed its MOT?

KB03 JPV has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2019.

Is KB03 JPV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KB03 JPV 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 KB03 JPV?

KB03 JPV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.