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KH03 KCX

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 105,626 miles on the clock, averaging 9,329 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 KH03 KCX

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,626
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,329

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 reading105,626 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,329
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KH03 KCX 33k51k69k87k106k '06'14'11

Check KH03 KCX

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,626 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,626 miles
Since last MOT+11,608 miles
PASS
Mileage94,018 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,018 miles
Since last MOT+17,397 miles
PASS
Mileage76,621 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,621 miles
Since last MOT+3,034 miles
PASS
Mileage73,587 miles
Since last MOT+5,003 miles
PASS
Mileage68,584 miles
Since last MOT+6,725 miles
PASS
Mileage61,859 miles
Since last MOT+7,713 miles
PASS
Mileage54,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,146 miles
Since last MOT+8,718 miles
PASS
Mileage45,428 miles
Since last MOT+12,669 miles
PASS
Mileage32,759 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

RegistrationKH03 KCX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKH — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KH03 KCX

What car is KH03 KCX?

KH03 KCX is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KH03 KCX?

The last recorded mileage for KH03 KCX was 105,626 miles, recorded on 28 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KH03 KCX passed its MOT?

KH03 KCX has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2014.

Is KH03 KCX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KH03 KCX 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 KH03 KCX?

KH03 KCX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.