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LB03 JTV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 179,163 miles on the clock, averaging 11,184 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 LB03 JTV

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,163
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,184

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 reading179,163 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,000
Average per year11,184
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB03 JTV 85k109k132k156k179k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,163 miles
Since last MOT+9,000 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,163 miles
Since last MOT+494 miles
PASS
Mileage169,669 miles
Since last MOT+2,018 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,651 miles
Since last MOT+13,675 miles
PASS
Mileage153,976 miles
Since last MOT+20,185 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,791 miles
PASS
Mileage142,480 miles
Since last MOT+13,694 miles
PASS
Mileage128,786 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,783 miles
Since last MOT+5,430 miles
PASS
Mileage123,353 miles
Since last MOT+9,387 miles
PASS
Mileage113,966 miles
Since last MOT+10,330 miles
PASS
Mileage103,636 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,636 miles
Since last MOT+18,173 miles
PASS
Mileage85,463 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 JTV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LB03 JTV

What car is LB03 JTV?

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

What is the mileage of LB03 JTV?

The last recorded mileage for LB03 JTV was 179,163 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB03 JTV passed its MOT?

LB03 JTV has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2014.

Is LB03 JTV ULEZ compliant?

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

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