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KM03 HXS

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Luton, 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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 47,897 miles on the clock, averaging 1,397 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 KM03 HXS

MOT Status
Due date passed
47,897
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
1,397

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading47,897 miles
Reading date
Miles last year43
Average per year1,397
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM03 HXS 27k32k37k43k48k '06'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage47,897 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,854 miles
Since last MOT+8,645 miles
PASS
Mileage39,209 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,188 miles
Since last MOT+3,338 miles
PASS
Mileage35,850 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,797 miles
Since last MOT+4,290 miles
PASS
Mileage31,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,507 miles
Since last MOT+4,476 miles
PASS
Mileage27,031 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,000 miles
Since last MOT+4,346 miles
PASS
Mileage22,654 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,654 miles
Since last MOT+3,921 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,733 miles
Since last MOT+2,955 miles
PASS
Mileage15,778 miles
Since last MOT+4,265 miles
PASS
Mileage11,513 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage11,481 miles
Since last MOT+5,293 miles
FAIL
Mileage6,188 miles
Since last MOT+3,264 miles
PASS
Mileage2,924 miles
Since last MOT+2,490 miles
PASS
Mileage434 miles
PASS
Mileage32,872 miles
Since last MOT+2,199 miles
PASS
Mileage30,673 miles
Since last MOT+2,069 miles
PASS
Mileage28,604 miles
Since last MOT+1,672 miles
PASS
Mileage26,932 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

RegistrationKM03 HXS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KM03 HXS

What car is KM03 HXS?

KM03 HXS is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KM03 HXS?

The last recorded mileage for KM03 HXS was 47,897 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM03 HXS passed its MOT?

KM03 HXS has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2021.

Is KM03 HXS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM03 HXS 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 KM03 HXS?

KM03 HXS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.