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KL03 YBD

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 50,426 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for KL03 YBD

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,426
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading50,426 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,180
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KL03 YBD 56k56k56k56k56k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,426 miles
Since last MOT+20,180 miles
PASS
Mileage30,246 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,246 miles
Since last MOT+5,901 miles
PASS
Mileage24,345 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,323 miles
Since last MOT+6,066 miles
PASS
Mileage18,257 miles
Since last MOT+703 miles
PASS
Mileage17,554 miles
Since last MOT+2,925 miles
PASS
Mileage14,629 miles
Since last MOT+3,209 miles
PASS
Mileage11,420 miles
Since last MOT+6,487 miles
PASS
Mileage4,933 miles
PASS
Mileage63,580 miles
Since last MOT+7,827 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,753 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 YBD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
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 YBD

What car is KL03 YBD?

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

What is the mileage of KL03 YBD?

The last recorded mileage for KL03 YBD was 50,426 miles, recorded on 11 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL03 YBD passed its MOT?

KL03 YBD has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2015.

Is KL03 YBD ULEZ compliant?

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

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