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BC03 LCN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 170,533 miles on the clock, averaging 14,457 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 BC03 LCN

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,533
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
14,457

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 reading170,533 miles
Reading date
Miles last year41,773
Average per year14,457
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BC03 LCN 33k67k102k136k171k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage170,533 miles
Since last MOT+41,773 miles
PASS
Mileage128,760 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,756 miles
Since last MOT+26,718 miles
PASS
Mileage102,038 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,038 miles
Since last MOT+4,145 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,893 miles
Since last MOT+1,668 miles
PASS
Mileage96,225 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,223 miles
Since last MOT+2,318 miles
PASS
Mileage93,905 miles
Since last MOT+5,455 miles
PASS
Mileage88,450 miles
Since last MOT+8,780 miles
PASS
Mileage79,670 miles
Since last MOT+388 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,282 miles
Since last MOT+23,882 miles
PASS
Mileage55,400 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,400 miles
Since last MOT+22,463 miles
PASS
Mileage32,937 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

RegistrationBC03 LCN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBC — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About BC03 LCN

What car is BC03 LCN?

BC03 LCN is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BC03 LCN?

The last recorded mileage for BC03 LCN was 170,533 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BC03 LCN passed its MOT?

BC03 LCN has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 7 Dec 2015.

Is BC03 LCN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC03 LCN 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 BC03 LCN?

BC03 LCN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.