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KE53 GRZ

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 84,578 miles on the clock, averaging 4,091 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 KE53 GRZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
84,578
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,091

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,578 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,891
Average per year4,091
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KE53 GRZ 3k23k44k64k85k '06'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,578 miles
Since last MOT+5,891 miles
PASS
Mileage78,687 miles
Since last MOT+5,097 miles
PASS
Mileage73,590 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,590 miles
Since last MOT+6,618 miles
PASS
Mileage66,972 miles
Since last MOT+169 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,803 miles
Since last MOT+6,589 miles
PASS
Mileage60,214 miles
Since last MOT+10,992 miles
PASS
Mileage49,222 miles
Since last MOT+7,113 miles
PASS
Mileage42,109 miles
Since last MOT+9,233 miles
PASS
Mileage32,876 miles
Since last MOT+12,692 miles
PASS
Mileage20,184 miles
Since last MOT+6,177 miles
PASS
Mileage14,007 miles
Since last MOT+4,098 miles
PASS
Mileage9,909 miles
Since last MOT+5,517 miles
PASS
Mileage4,392 miles
PASS
Mileage43,946 miles
Since last MOT+8,160 miles
PASS
Mileage35,786 miles
Since last MOT+7,815 miles
PASS
Mileage27,971 miles
Since last MOT+6,006 miles
PASS
Mileage21,965 miles
Since last MOT+5,559 miles
PASS
Mileage16,406 miles
Since last MOT+4,472 miles
PASS
Mileage11,934 miles
Since last MOT+4,313 miles
PASS
Mileage7,621 miles
Since last MOT+2,832 miles
PASS
Mileage4,789 miles
Since last MOT+1,657 miles
PASS
Mileage3,132 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

RegistrationKE53 GRZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KE53 GRZ

What car is KE53 GRZ?

KE53 GRZ is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KE53 GRZ?

The last recorded mileage for KE53 GRZ was 84,578 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KE53 GRZ passed its MOT?

KE53 GRZ has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.

Is KE53 GRZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE53 GRZ 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 KE53 GRZ?

KE53 GRZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.