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KB53 KYT

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 114,482 miles on the clock, averaging 7,504 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 KB53 KYT

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,482
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,504

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading114,482 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,479
Average per year7,504
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KB53 KYT 47k64k81k98k114k '07'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,482 miles
Since last MOT+6,479 miles
PASS
Mileage108,003 miles
Since last MOT+6,786 miles
PASS
Mileage101,217 miles
Since last MOT+7,056 miles
PASS
Mileage94,161 miles
Since last MOT+5,080 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,081 miles
Since last MOT+8,327 miles
PASS
Mileage80,754 miles
Since last MOT+7,413 miles
PASS
Mileage73,341 miles
Since last MOT+7,726 miles
PASS
Mileage65,615 miles
Since last MOT+10,659 miles
PASS
Mileage54,956 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,937 miles
Since last MOT+7,925 miles
PASS
Mileage47,012 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

RegistrationKB53 KYT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeKB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KB53 KYT

What car is KB53 KYT?

KB53 KYT is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2004.

What is the mileage of KB53 KYT?

The last recorded mileage for KB53 KYT was 114,482 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB53 KYT passed its MOT?

KB53 KYT has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2016.

Is KB53 KYT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KB53 KYT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is KB53 KYT?

KB53 KYT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.