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LB03 FXE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 104,087 miles on the clock, averaging 3,873 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 LB03 FXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,087
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
3,873

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 reading104,087 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,251
Average per year3,873
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB03 FXE 67k76k85k95k104k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,087 miles
Since last MOT+9,251 miles
PASS
Mileage94,836 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,836 miles
Since last MOT+9,914 miles
PASS
Mileage84,922 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,922 miles
Since last MOT+8,583 miles
PASS
Mileage76,339 miles
FAIL
Mileage191,214 miles
Since last MOT+13,115 miles
PASS
Mileage178,099 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage178,098 miles
Since last MOT+13,221 miles
PASS
Mileage164,877 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,877 miles
Since last MOT+14,156 miles
PASS
Mileage150,721 miles
Since last MOT+6,405 miles
PASS
Mileage144,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,316 miles
Since last MOT+42,014 miles
PASS
Mileage102,302 miles
Since last MOT+35,443 miles
PASS
Mileage66,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,859 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

RegistrationLB03 FXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LB03 FXE

What car is LB03 FXE?

LB03 FXE is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB03 FXE?

The last recorded mileage for LB03 FXE was 104,087 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB03 FXE passed its MOT?

LB03 FXE has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2015.

Is LB03 FXE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB03 FXE 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 LB03 FXE?

LB03 FXE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.