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KB03 MVU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 159,956 miles on the clock, averaging 11,815 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 MVU

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,956
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,815

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 reading159,956 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,605
Average per year11,815
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KB03 MVU 30k63k95k128k160k '06'17'13

Check KB03 MVU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage159,956 miles
Since last MOT+10,605 miles
PASS
Mileage149,351 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,342 miles
Since last MOT+11,409 miles
PASS
Mileage137,933 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,811 miles
Since last MOT+13,801 miles
PASS
Mileage124,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,010 miles
Since last MOT+14,510 miles
PASS
Mileage109,500 miles
Since last MOT+12,367 miles
PASS
Mileage97,133 miles
Since last MOT+17,033 miles
PASS
Mileage80,100 miles
Since last MOT+9,853 miles
PASS
Mileage70,247 miles
Since last MOT+10,727 miles
PASS
Mileage59,520 miles
Since last MOT+11,925 miles
PASS
Mileage47,595 miles
Since last MOT+8,815 miles
PASS
Mileage38,780 miles
Since last MOT+8,533 miles
PASS
Mileage30,247 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 MVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 MVU

What car is KB03 MVU?

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

What is the mileage of KB03 MVU?

The last recorded mileage for KB03 MVU was 159,956 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB03 MVU passed its MOT?

KB03 MVU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 13 Feb 2017.

Is KB03 MVU ULEZ compliant?

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

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