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LB52 DLV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 79,007 miles on the clock, averaging 3,864 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 LB52 DLV

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,007
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,864

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 reading79,007 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,864
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB52 DLV 42k51k60k70k79k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,007 miles
Since last MOT+2,785 miles
PASS
Mileage76,222 miles
Since last MOT+3,326 miles
PASS
Mileage72,896 miles
Since last MOT+4,463 miles
PASS
Mileage68,433 miles
Since last MOT+3,887 miles
PASS
Mileage64,546 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,546 miles
Since last MOT+4,998 miles
PASS
Mileage59,548 miles
Since last MOT+6,455 miles
PASS
Mileage53,093 miles
Since last MOT+2,575 miles
PASS
Mileage50,518 miles
Since last MOT+2,371 miles
PASS
Mileage48,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,147 miles
Since last MOT+6,316 miles
PASS
Mileage41,831 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

RegistrationLB52 DLV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LB52 DLV

What car is LB52 DLV?

LB52 DLV is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB52 DLV?

The last recorded mileage for LB52 DLV was 79,007 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB52 DLV passed its MOT?

LB52 DLV has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2016.

Is LB52 DLV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB52 DLV 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 LB52 DLV?

LB52 DLV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.