Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 129,658 miles on the clock, averaging 7,462 miles per year, around 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 CVT
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,658 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,490 |
| Average per year | 7,462 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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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
| Registration | KL53 CVT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KL53 CVT
What car is KL53 CVT?
KL53 CVT is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KL53 CVT?
The last recorded mileage for KL53 CVT was 129,658 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KL53 CVT passed its MOT?
KL53 CVT has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2018.
Is KL53 CVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL53 CVT 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 CVT?
KL53 CVT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.