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FE03 LXJ

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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 137,340 miles on the clock, averaging 4,644 miles per year, well below 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 LXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,340
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
4,644

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading137,340 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,940
Average per year4,644
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE03 LXJ 88k100k113k125k137k '06'16'11

Check FE03 LXJ

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,340 miles
Since last MOT+3,940 miles
PASS
Mileage133,400 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,400 miles
Since last MOT+4,839 miles
PASS
Mileage128,561 miles
Since last MOT+3,756 miles
PASS
Mileage124,805 miles
Since last MOT+779 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,026 miles
Since last MOT+4,502 miles
PASS
Mileage119,524 miles
Since last MOT+3,821 miles
PASS
Mileage115,703 miles
Since last MOT+4,058 miles
PASS
Mileage111,645 miles
Since last MOT+4,207 miles
PASS
Mileage107,438 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,438 miles
Since last MOT+4,265 miles
PASS
Mileage103,173 miles
Since last MOT+4,845 miles
PASS
Mileage98,328 miles
Since last MOT+8,976 miles
PASS
Mileage89,352 miles
Since last MOT+1,188 miles
PASS
Mileage88,164 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 LXJ
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 LXJ

What car is FE03 LXJ?

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

What is the mileage of FE03 LXJ?

The last recorded mileage for FE03 LXJ was 137,340 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE03 LXJ passed its MOT?

FE03 LXJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2016.

Is FE03 LXJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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