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KL03 XDA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 138,674 miles on the clock, averaging 8,484 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 KL03 XDA

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,674
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,484

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading138,674 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,484
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KL03 XDA 41k65k90k114k139k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,674 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,674 miles
Since last MOT+11,122 miles
PASS
Mileage127,552 miles
Since last MOT+9,364 miles
PASS
Mileage118,188 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,188 miles
Since last MOT+12,634 miles
PASS
Mileage105,554 miles
Since last MOT+56 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,498 miles
Since last MOT+9,975 miles
PASS
Mileage95,523 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,523 miles
Since last MOT+90,861 miles
PASS
Mileage4,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage4,662 miles
PASS
Mileage85,687 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,687 miles
Since last MOT+10,532 miles
PASS
Mileage75,155 miles
Since last MOT+7,103 miles
PASS
Mileage68,052 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,052 miles
Since last MOT+8,418 miles
PASS
Mileage59,634 miles
Since last MOT+3,325 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,309 miles
Since last MOT+6,947 miles
PASS
Mileage49,362 miles
Since last MOT+8,758 miles
PASS
Mileage40,604 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

RegistrationKL03 XDA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KL03 XDA

What car is KL03 XDA?

KL03 XDA is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KL03 XDA?

The last recorded mileage for KL03 XDA was 138,674 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL03 XDA passed its MOT?

KL03 XDA has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2017.

Is KL03 XDA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL03 XDA 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 KL03 XDA?

KL03 XDA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.