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KM03 HZU

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 126,611 miles on the clock, averaging 6,805 miles per year, 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 HZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,611
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
6,805

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

Below average
Latest reading126,611 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,805
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM03 HZU 29k54k78k102k127k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,611 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,611 miles
Since last MOT+2,202 miles
PASS
Mileage124,409 miles
Since last MOT+1,341 miles
PASS
Mileage123,068 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,064 miles
Since last MOT+5,969 miles
PASS
Mileage117,095 miles
Since last MOT+93 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,002 miles
Since last MOT+20,438 miles
PASS
Mileage96,564 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,564 miles
Since last MOT+1,936 miles
PASS
Mileage94,628 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,628 miles
Since last MOT+8,823 miles
PASS
Mileage85,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,805 miles
Since last MOT+8,070 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,735 miles
Since last MOT+6,128 miles
PASS
Mileage71,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,607 miles
Since last MOT+2,523 miles
PASS
Mileage69,084 miles
Since last MOT+5,036 miles
PASS
Mileage64,048 miles
Since last MOT+8,554 miles
PASS
Mileage55,494 miles
Since last MOT+7,624 miles
PASS
Mileage47,870 miles
Since last MOT+8,375 miles
PASS
Mileage39,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,495 miles
Since last MOT+10,158 miles
PASS
Mileage29,337 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,337 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 HZU
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 HZU

What car is KM03 HZU?

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

What is the mileage of KM03 HZU?

The last recorded mileage for KM03 HZU was 126,611 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM03 HZU passed its MOT?

KM03 HZU has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2020.

Is KM03 HZU ULEZ compliant?

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

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