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KB03 NZM

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 177,894 miles on the clock, averaging 7,480 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 KB03 NZM

MOT Status
Due date passed
177,894
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,480

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading177,894 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,851
Average per year7,480
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KB03 NZM 64k93k121k150k178k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage177,894 miles
Since last MOT+1,851 miles
PASS
Mileage176,043 miles
Since last MOT+2,345 miles
PASS
Mileage173,698 miles
Since last MOT+4,456 miles
PASS
Mileage169,242 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,222 miles
Since last MOT+3,723 miles
PASS
Mileage165,499 miles
Since last MOT+3,674 miles
PASS
Mileage161,825 miles
Since last MOT+4,072 miles
PASS
Mileage157,753 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,693 miles
Since last MOT+4,663 miles
PASS
Mileage153,030 miles
Since last MOT+4,620 miles
PASS
Mileage148,410 miles
Since last MOT+4,347 miles
PASS
Mileage144,063 miles
Since last MOT+5,787 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,276 miles
Since last MOT+9,525 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,751 miles
Since last MOT+8,335 miles
PASS
Mileage120,416 miles
Since last MOT+16,080 miles
PASS
Mileage104,336 miles
Since last MOT+18,262 miles
PASS
Mileage86,074 miles
Since last MOT+2,163 miles
PASS
Mileage83,911 miles
Since last MOT+19,579 miles
PASS
Mileage64,332 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 NZM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KB03 NZM

What car is KB03 NZM?

KB03 NZM is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1796cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KB03 NZM?

The last recorded mileage for KB03 NZM was 177,894 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB03 NZM passed its MOT?

KB03 NZM has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 24 Aug 2021.

Is KB03 NZM ULEZ compliant?

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

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