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FE03 LVH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 221,896 miles on the clock, averaging 13,787 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 LVH

MOT Status
Due date passed
221,896
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
13,787

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 reading221,896 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,392
Average per year13,787
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE03 LVH 73k110k147k185k222k '06'16'11

Check FE03 LVH

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage221,896 miles
Since last MOT+4,392 miles
PASS
Mileage217,504 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage217,456 miles
Since last MOT+13,140 miles
PASS
Mileage204,316 miles
Since last MOT+11,708 miles
PASS
Mileage192,608 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage192,608 miles
Since last MOT+11,283 miles
PASS
Mileage181,325 miles
Since last MOT+17,361 miles
PASS
Mileage163,964 miles
Since last MOT+17,050 miles
PASS
Mileage146,914 miles
Since last MOT+14,697 miles
PASS
Mileage132,217 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,217 miles
Since last MOT+16,836 miles
PASS
Mileage115,381 miles
Since last MOT+20,254 miles
PASS
Mileage95,127 miles
Since last MOT+5,290 miles
PASS
Mileage89,837 miles
Since last MOT+17,315 miles
PASS
Mileage72,522 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 LVH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
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 LVH

What car is FE03 LVH?

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

What is the mileage of FE03 LVH?

The last recorded mileage for FE03 LVH was 221,896 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE03 LVH passed its MOT?

FE03 LVH has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2016.

Is FE03 LVH ULEZ compliant?

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

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