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WA03 KMU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 210,014 miles on the clock, averaging 21,651 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 WA03 KMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
210,014
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
21,651

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 reading210,014 miles
Reading date
Average per year21,651
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA03 KMU 35k79k122k166k210k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage210,014 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage210,014 miles
Since last MOT+100,639 miles
PASS
Mileage109,375 miles
Since last MOT+6,751 miles
PASS
Mileage102,624 miles
Since last MOT+9,389 miles
PASS
Mileage93,235 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,235 miles
Since last MOT+11,019 miles
PASS
Mileage82,216 miles
Since last MOT+12,250 miles
PASS
Mileage69,966 miles
Since last MOT+11,387 miles
PASS
Mileage58,579 miles
Since last MOT+12,859 miles
PASS
Mileage45,720 miles
Since last MOT+10,884 miles
PASS
Mileage34,836 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

RegistrationWA03 KMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WA03 KMU

What car is WA03 KMU?

WA03 KMU is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WA03 KMU?

The last recorded mileage for WA03 KMU was 210,014 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA03 KMU passed its MOT?

WA03 KMU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2014.

Is WA03 KMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA03 KMU 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 WA03 KMU?

WA03 KMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.