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KN53 WKT

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 162,255 miles on the clock, averaging 9,431 miles per year, above 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 KN53 WKT

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,255
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,431

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading162,255 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,295
Average per year9,431
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN53 WKT 52k80k107k135k162k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,255 miles
Since last MOT+18,295 miles
PASS
Mileage143,960 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,939 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,905 miles
Since last MOT+11,932 miles
PASS
Mileage131,973 miles
Since last MOT+4,544 miles
PASS
Mileage127,429 miles
Since last MOT+115,057 miles
PASS
Mileage12,372 miles
PASS
Mileage118,477 miles
Since last MOT+4,996 miles
PASS
Mileage113,481 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,481 miles
Since last MOT+1,700 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,781 miles
Since last MOT+15,750 miles
PASS
Mileage96,031 miles
Since last MOT+14,042 miles
PASS
Mileage81,989 miles
Since last MOT+13,428 miles
PASS
Mileage68,561 miles
Since last MOT+16,219 miles
PASS
Mileage52,342 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

RegistrationKN53 WKT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KN53 WKT

What car is KN53 WKT?

KN53 WKT is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KN53 WKT?

The last recorded mileage for KN53 WKT was 162,255 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN53 WKT passed its MOT?

KN53 WKT has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2018.

Is KN53 WKT ULEZ compliant?

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

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