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KL53 BXB

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 103,798 miles on the clock, averaging 3,524 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.

MOT & Mileage History for KL53 BXB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
103,798
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,524

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading103,798 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,656
Average per year3,524
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KL53 BXB 35k53k70k87k104k '06'26'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,798 miles
Since last MOT+2,656 miles
PASS
Mileage101,142 miles
Since last MOT+2,606 miles
PASS
Mileage98,536 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
PASS
Mileage98,477 miles
Since last MOT+2,186 miles
PASS
Mileage96,291 miles
Since last MOT+623 miles
PASS
Mileage95,668 miles
Since last MOT+2,042 miles
PASS
Mileage93,626 miles
Since last MOT+2,397 miles
PASS
Mileage91,229 miles
Since last MOT+1,062 miles
PASS
Mileage90,167 miles
Since last MOT+1,511 miles
PASS
Mileage88,656 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,656 miles
Since last MOT+5,431 miles
PASS
Mileage83,225 miles
Since last MOT+8,965 miles
PASS
Mileage74,260 miles
Since last MOT+5,199 miles
PASS
Mileage69,061 miles
Since last MOT+1,627 miles
PASS
Mileage67,434 miles
Since last MOT+9,258 miles
PASS
Mileage58,176 miles
Since last MOT+11,945 miles
PASS
Mileage46,231 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,190 miles
Since last MOT+10,739 miles
PASS
Mileage35,451 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.

Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)

Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 BXB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KL53 BXB

What car is KL53 BXB?

KL53 BXB is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KL53 BXB?

The last recorded mileage for KL53 BXB was 103,798 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL53 BXB passed its MOT?

KL53 BXB has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.

Is KL53 BXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL53 BXB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is KL53 BXB?

KL53 BXB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.