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KX53 CVH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 145,832 miles on the clock, averaging 9,757 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 KX53 CVH

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,832
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
9,757

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 reading145,832 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,030
Average per year9,757
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KX53 CVH 39k66k92k119k146k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,832 miles
Since last MOT+9,030 miles
PASS
Mileage136,802 miles
Since last MOT+10,673 miles
PASS
Mileage126,129 miles
Since last MOT+12,688 miles
PASS
Mileage113,441 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,441 miles
Since last MOT+8,668 miles
PASS
Mileage104,773 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,773 miles
Since last MOT+11,941 miles
PASS
Mileage92,832 miles
Since last MOT+7,107 miles
PASS
Mileage85,725 miles
Since last MOT+5,272 miles
PASS
Mileage80,453 miles
Since last MOT+14,789 miles
PASS
Mileage65,664 miles
Since last MOT+13,347 miles
PASS
Mileage52,317 miles
Since last MOT+13,328 miles
PASS
Mileage38,989 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

RegistrationKX53 CVH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKX — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KX53 CVH

What car is KX53 CVH?

KX53 CVH is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KX53 CVH?

The last recorded mileage for KX53 CVH was 145,832 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX53 CVH passed its MOT?

KX53 CVH has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2017.

Is KX53 CVH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX53 CVH 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 KX53 CVH?

KX53 CVH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.