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AF53 LWR

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 79,688 miles on the clock, averaging 10,198 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 AF53 LWR

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,688
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
10,198

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 reading79,688 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,425
Average per year10,198
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AF53 LWR 50k57k65k72k80k '06'09'08

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,688 miles
Since last MOT+9,425 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,263 miles
Since last MOT+7,781 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,482 miles
Since last MOT+12,919 miles
PASS
Mileage49,563 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

RegistrationAF53 LWR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AF53 LWR

What car is AF53 LWR?

AF53 LWR is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AF53 LWR?

The last recorded mileage for AF53 LWR was 79,688 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF53 LWR passed its MOT?

AF53 LWR has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2009.

Is AF53 LWR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF53 LWR 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 AF53 LWR?

AF53 LWR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.