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NG03 KCA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 126,378 miles on the clock, averaging 8,657 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 NG03 KCA

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,378
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,657

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading126,378 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,657
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NG03 KCA 39k61k83k105k126k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,378 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,378 miles
Since last MOT+4,739 miles
PASS
Mileage121,639 miles
Since last MOT+5,630 miles
PASS
Mileage116,009 miles
Since last MOT+4,406 miles
PASS
Mileage111,603 miles
Since last MOT+2,795 miles
PASS
Mileage108,808 miles
Since last MOT+6,627 miles
PASS
Mileage102,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,181 miles
Since last MOT+11,933 miles
PASS
Mileage90,248 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,248 miles
Since last MOT+12,271 miles
PASS
Mileage77,977 miles
Since last MOT+10,472 miles
PASS
Mileage67,505 miles
Since last MOT+16,586 miles
PASS
Mileage50,919 miles
Since last MOT+11,902 miles
PASS
Mileage39,017 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

RegistrationNG03 KCA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNG — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NG03 KCA

What car is NG03 KCA?

NG03 KCA is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NG03 KCA?

The last recorded mileage for NG03 KCA was 126,378 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NG03 KCA passed its MOT?

NG03 KCA has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2016.

Is NG03 KCA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG03 KCA 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 NG03 KCA?

NG03 KCA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.