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FE03 LUR

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 169,287 miles on the clock, averaging 10,782 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 FE03 LUR

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,287
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,782

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading169,287 miles
Reading date
Miles last year105
Average per year10,782
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE03 LUR 54k83k112k141k169k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,287 miles
Since last MOT+105 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,182 miles
Since last MOT+14,658 miles
PASS
Mileage154,524 miles
Since last MOT+16,039 miles
PASS
Mileage138,485 miles
Since last MOT+6,965 miles
PASS
Mileage131,520 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,520 miles
Since last MOT+6,932 miles
PASS
Mileage124,588 miles
Since last MOT+6,760 miles
PASS
Mileage117,828 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,816 miles
Since last MOT+8,185 miles
PASS
Mileage109,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,631 miles
Since last MOT+7,902 miles
PASS
Mileage101,729 miles
Since last MOT+15,333 miles
PASS
Mileage86,396 miles
Since last MOT+15,689 miles
PASS
Mileage70,707 miles
Since last MOT+16,430 miles
PASS
Mileage54,277 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

RegistrationFE03 LUR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FE03 LUR

What car is FE03 LUR?

FE03 LUR is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FE03 LUR?

The last recorded mileage for FE03 LUR was 169,287 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE03 LUR passed its MOT?

FE03 LUR has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2016.

Is FE03 LUR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE03 LUR 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 FE03 LUR?

FE03 LUR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.