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KL53 FUT

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 141,094 miles on the clock, averaging 4,576 miles per year, well below 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 KL53 FUT

MOT Status
Due date passed
141,094
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,576

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading141,094 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,328
Average per year4,576
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KL53 FUT 83k98k112k127k141k '06'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,094 miles
Since last MOT+5,328 miles
PASS
Mileage135,766 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,766 miles
Since last MOT+5,626 miles
PASS
Mileage130,140 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,140 miles
Since last MOT+5,235 miles
PASS
Mileage124,905 miles
Since last MOT+4,517 miles
PASS
Mileage120,388 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,374 miles
Since last MOT+2,759 miles
PASS
Mileage117,615 miles
Since last MOT+2,377 miles
PASS
Mileage115,238 miles
Since last MOT+2,951 miles
PASS
Mileage112,287 miles
Since last MOT+3,258 miles
PASS
Mileage109,029 miles
Since last MOT+3,359 miles
PASS
Mileage105,670 miles
Since last MOT+4,866 miles
PASS
Mileage100,804 miles
Since last MOT+6,986 miles
PASS
Mileage93,818 miles
Since last MOT+10,789 miles
PASS
Mileage83,029 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

RegistrationKL53 FUT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KL53 FUT

What car is KL53 FUT?

KL53 FUT is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KL53 FUT?

The last recorded mileage for KL53 FUT was 141,094 miles, recorded on 31 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL53 FUT passed its MOT?

KL53 FUT has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2019.

Is KL53 FUT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL53 FUT 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 KL53 FUT?

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