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KE03 FVP

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 90,907 miles on the clock, averaging 3,833 miles per year, well below 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 KE03 FVP

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,907
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,833

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading90,907 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,788
Average per year3,833
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KE03 FVP 25k41k58k74k91k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,788 miles
PASS
Mileage86,119 miles
Since last MOT+5,172 miles
PASS
Mileage80,947 miles
Since last MOT+3,601 miles
PASS
Mileage77,346 miles
Since last MOT+6,129 miles
PASS
Mileage71,217 miles
Since last MOT+7,307 miles
PASS
Mileage63,910 miles
Since last MOT+7,159 miles
PASS
Mileage56,751 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,751 miles
Since last MOT+2,084 miles
PASS
Mileage54,667 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,642 miles
Since last MOT+6,445 miles
PASS
Mileage48,197 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,137 miles
Since last MOT+9,423 miles
PASS
Mileage38,714 miles
Since last MOT+117 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,597 miles
Since last MOT+9,158 miles
PASS
Mileage29,439 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,358 miles
Since last MOT+11,731 miles
PASS
Mileage17,627 miles
Since last MOT+13,274 miles
PASS
Mileage4,353 miles
PASS
Mileage51,443 miles
Since last MOT+9,665 miles
PASS
Mileage41,778 miles
Since last MOT+8,102 miles
PASS
Mileage33,676 miles
Since last MOT+8,774 miles
PASS
Mileage24,902 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

RegistrationKE03 FVP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KE03 FVP

What car is KE03 FVP?

KE03 FVP is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KE03 FVP?

The last recorded mileage for KE03 FVP was 90,907 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KE03 FVP passed its MOT?

KE03 FVP has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2023.

Is KE03 FVP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE03 FVP 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 KE03 FVP?

KE03 FVP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.