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KC03 DUH

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 221,891 miles on the clock, averaging 21,651 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 KC03 DUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
221,891
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
21,651

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading221,891 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,986
Average per year21,651
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KC03 DUH 89k122k155k189k222k '06'12'09

Check KC03 DUH

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage221,891 miles
Since last MOT+7,986 miles
PASS
Mileage213,905 miles
Since last MOT+43,471 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,434 miles
Since last MOT+18,838 miles
PASS
Mileage151,596 miles
Since last MOT+16,412 miles
PASS
Mileage135,184 miles
Since last MOT+17,282 miles
PASS
Mileage117,902 miles
Since last MOT+28,858 miles
PASS
Mileage89,044 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

RegistrationKC03 DUH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KC03 DUH

What car is KC03 DUH?

KC03 DUH is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KC03 DUH?

The last recorded mileage for KC03 DUH was 221,891 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KC03 DUH passed its MOT?

KC03 DUH has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jul 2012.

Is KC03 DUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC03 DUH 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 KC03 DUH?

KC03 DUH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.