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PX03 KYE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 159,231 miles on the clock, averaging 7,162 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 PX03 KYE

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,231
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,162

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 reading159,231 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,090
Average per year7,162
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 KYE 43k72k101k130k159k '06'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage159,231 miles
Since last MOT+2,090 miles
PASS
Mileage157,141 miles
Since last MOT+1,692 miles
PASS
Mileage155,449 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,447 miles
Since last MOT+2,144 miles
PASS
Mileage153,303 miles
Since last MOT+2,485 miles
PASS
Mileage150,818 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,812 miles
Since last MOT+2,054 miles
PASS
Mileage148,758 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,758 miles
Since last MOT+1,624 miles
PASS
Mileage147,134 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,129 miles
Since last MOT+47,266 miles
PASS
Mileage99,863 miles
Since last MOT+2,118 miles
PASS
Mileage97,745 miles
Since last MOT+10,811 miles
PASS
Mileage86,934 miles
Since last MOT+8,753 miles
PASS
Mileage78,181 miles
Since last MOT+3,478 miles
PASS
Mileage74,703 miles
Since last MOT+3,488 miles
PASS
Mileage71,215 miles
Since last MOT+6,062 miles
PASS
Mileage65,153 miles
Since last MOT+2,039 miles
PASS
Mileage63,114 miles
Since last MOT+5,659 miles
PASS
Mileage57,455 miles
Since last MOT+6,161 miles
PASS
Mileage51,294 miles
Since last MOT+8,438 miles
PASS
Mileage42,856 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

RegistrationPX03 KYE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PX03 KYE

What car is PX03 KYE?

PX03 KYE is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PX03 KYE?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 KYE was 159,231 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 KYE passed its MOT?

PX03 KYE has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 24 Jun 2022.

Is PX03 KYE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX03 KYE 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 PX03 KYE?

PX03 KYE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.