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KN53 RYM

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 73,350 miles on the clock, averaging 3,099 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.

MOT & Mileage History for KN53 RYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,350
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,099

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,350 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,099
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN53 RYM 22k35k48k61k73k '07'23'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,350 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,350 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,349 miles
Since last MOT+912 miles
PASS
Mileage72,437 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,433 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,420 miles
Since last MOT+4,618 miles
PASS
Mileage67,802 miles
Since last MOT+3,916 miles
PASS
Mileage63,886 miles
Since last MOT+5,250 miles
PASS
Mileage58,636 miles
Since last MOT+4,724 miles
PASS
Mileage53,912 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,892 miles
Since last MOT+5,051 miles
PASS
Mileage48,841 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,841 miles
Since last MOT+3,178 miles
PASS
Mileage45,663 miles
Since last MOT+5,874 miles
PASS
Mileage39,789 miles
Since last MOT+5,648 miles
PASS
Mileage34,141 miles
Since last MOT+5,321 miles
PASS
Mileage28,820 miles
Since last MOT+6,807 miles
PASS
Mileage22,013 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.

Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)

Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 RYM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KN53 RYM

What car is KN53 RYM?

KN53 RYM is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KN53 RYM?

The last recorded mileage for KN53 RYM was 73,350 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN53 RYM passed its MOT?

KN53 RYM has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2023.

Is KN53 RYM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN53 RYM 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 KN53 RYM?

KN53 RYM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.