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KV53 WXH

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 88,779 miles on the clock, averaging 6,369 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 KV53 WXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,779
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,369

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

Below average
Latest reading88,779 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,369
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV53 WXH 33k47k61k75k89k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,779 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,779 miles
Since last MOT+7,101 miles
PASS
Mileage81,678 miles
Since last MOT+8,370 miles
PASS
Mileage73,308 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,308 miles
Since last MOT+9,059 miles
PASS
Mileage64,249 miles
Since last MOT+12,894 miles
PASS
Mileage51,355 miles
Since last MOT+16,793 miles
PASS
Mileage34,562 miles
Since last MOT+16,110 miles
PASS
Mileage18,452 miles
Since last MOT+15,485 miles
PASS
Mileage2,967 miles
PASS
Mileage43,140 miles
Since last MOT+10,480 miles
PASS
Mileage32,660 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

RegistrationKV53 WXH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KV53 WXH

What car is KV53 WXH?

KV53 WXH is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KV53 WXH?

The last recorded mileage for KV53 WXH was 88,779 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV53 WXH passed its MOT?

KV53 WXH has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2015.

Is KV53 WXH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV53 WXH 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 KV53 WXH?

KV53 WXH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.