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FE03 LYS

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 162,700 miles on the clock, averaging 10,379 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 LYS

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,700
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,379

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading162,700 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,595
Average per year10,379
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE03 LYS 49k78k106k134k163k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,700 miles
Since last MOT+2,595 miles
PASS
Mileage160,105 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,105 miles
Since last MOT+7,654 miles
PASS
Mileage152,451 miles
Since last MOT+8,204 miles
PASS
Mileage144,247 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,237 miles
Since last MOT+8,869 miles
PASS
Mileage135,368 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,368 miles
Since last MOT+11,088 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,280 miles
Since last MOT+16,351 miles
PASS
Mileage107,929 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,929 miles
Since last MOT+8,717 miles
PASS
Mileage99,212 miles
Since last MOT+12,664 miles
PASS
Mileage86,548 miles
Since last MOT+13,138 miles
PASS
Mileage73,410 miles
Since last MOT+10,943 miles
PASS
Mileage62,467 miles
Since last MOT+13,233 miles
PASS
Mileage49,234 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 LYS
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 LYS

What car is FE03 LYS?

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

What is the mileage of FE03 LYS?

The last recorded mileage for FE03 LYS was 162,700 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE03 LYS passed its MOT?

FE03 LYS has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2017.

Is FE03 LYS ULEZ compliant?

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

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