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KL53 SRX

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 147,120 miles on the clock, averaging 7,852 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 KL53 SRX

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,120
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
7,852

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading147,120 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,685
Average per year7,852
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KL53 SRX 38k65k92k120k147k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,120 miles
Since last MOT+4,685 miles
PASS
Mileage142,435 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,433 miles
Since last MOT+6,035 miles
PASS
Mileage136,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,398 miles
Since last MOT+4,771 miles
PASS
Mileage131,627 miles
Since last MOT+7,093 miles
PASS
Mileage124,534 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,534 miles
Since last MOT+7,063 miles
PASS
Mileage117,471 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,460 miles
Since last MOT+5,686 miles
PASS
Mileage111,774 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,774 miles
Since last MOT+6,497 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,277 miles
Since last MOT+5,877 miles
PASS
Mileage99,400 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,394 miles
Since last MOT+5,412 miles
PASS
Mileage93,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,982 miles
Since last MOT+10,154 miles
PASS
Mileage83,828 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,828 miles
Since last MOT+11,748 miles
PASS
Mileage72,080 miles
Since last MOT+9,323 miles
PASS
Mileage62,757 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,757 miles
Since last MOT+11,252 miles
PASS
Mileage51,505 miles
Since last MOT+13,954 miles
PASS
Mileage37,551 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 SRX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
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 SRX

What car is KL53 SRX?

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

What is the mileage of KL53 SRX?

The last recorded mileage for KL53 SRX was 147,120 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL53 SRX passed its MOT?

KL53 SRX has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2020.

Is KL53 SRX ULEZ compliant?

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

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