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KV53 WYM

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 125,271 miles on the clock, averaging 8,208 miles per year, around 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 WYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,271
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,208

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,271 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,408
Average per year8,208
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV53 WYM 48k67k87k106k125k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,271 miles
Since last MOT+12,408 miles
PASS
Mileage112,863 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,863 miles
Since last MOT+12,242 miles
PASS
Mileage100,621 miles
Since last MOT+15,475 miles
PASS
Mileage85,146 miles
Since last MOT+11,944 miles
PASS
Mileage73,202 miles
Since last MOT+5,432 miles
PASS
Mileage67,770 miles
Since last MOT+4,557 miles
PASS
Mileage63,213 miles
Since last MOT+3,825 miles
PASS
Mileage59,388 miles
Since last MOT+4,496 miles
PASS
Mileage54,892 miles
Since last MOT+4,805 miles
PASS
Mileage50,087 miles
Since last MOT+1,918 miles
PASS
Mileage48,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,169 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 WYM
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 WYM

What car is KV53 WYM?

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

What is the mileage of KV53 WYM?

The last recorded mileage for KV53 WYM was 125,271 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV53 WYM passed its MOT?

KV53 WYM has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2016.

Is KV53 WYM ULEZ compliant?

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

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