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KX03 RCY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 70,963 miles on the clock, averaging 9,696 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 KX03 RCY

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,963
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
9,696

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading70,963 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year9,696
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KX03 RCY 60k63k66k68k71k '06'07'07

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,963 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,959 miles
Since last MOT+10,485 miles
PASS
Mileage60,474 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

RegistrationKX03 RCY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKX — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KX03 RCY

What car is KX03 RCY?

KX03 RCY is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KX03 RCY?

The last recorded mileage for KX03 RCY was 70,963 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2007 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX03 RCY passed its MOT?

KX03 RCY has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Nov 2007.

Is KX03 RCY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX03 RCY 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 KX03 RCY?

KX03 RCY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.