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BN03 LCP

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 143,953 miles on the clock, averaging 10,615 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 BN03 LCP

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,953
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,615

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,953 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,386
Average per year10,615
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN03 LCP 85k99k114k129k144k '06'11'08

Check BN03 LCP

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,953 miles
Since last MOT+3,386 miles
PASS
Mileage140,567 miles
Since last MOT+12,328 miles
PASS
Mileage128,239 miles
Since last MOT+13,410 miles
PASS
Mileage114,829 miles
Since last MOT+14,188 miles
PASS
Mileage100,641 miles
Since last MOT+8,318 miles
PASS
Mileage92,323 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,322 miles
Since last MOT+7,680 miles
PASS
Mileage84,642 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

RegistrationBN03 LCP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About BN03 LCP

What car is BN03 LCP?

BN03 LCP is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BN03 LCP?

The last recorded mileage for BN03 LCP was 143,953 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN03 LCP passed its MOT?

BN03 LCP has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Oct 2011.

Is BN03 LCP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN03 LCP 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 BN03 LCP?

BN03 LCP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.