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LB52 UGX

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 154,452 miles on the clock, averaging 10,124 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 LB52 UGX

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,452
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
10,124

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 reading154,452 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year10,124
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB52 UGX 59k83k107k131k154k '06'15'11

Check LB52 UGX

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,452 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,448 miles
Since last MOT+7,578 miles
PASS
Mileage146,870 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,869 miles
Since last MOT+8,089 miles
PASS
Mileage138,780 miles
Since last MOT+8,612 miles
PASS
Mileage130,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,168 miles
Since last MOT+10,885 miles
PASS
Mileage119,283 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,278 miles
Since last MOT+9,630 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,648 miles
Since last MOT+11,291 miles
PASS
Mileage98,357 miles
Since last MOT+12,612 miles
PASS
Mileage85,745 miles
Since last MOT+10,760 miles
PASS
Mileage74,985 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,985 miles
Since last MOT+12,288 miles
PASS
Mileage62,697 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,697 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage59,381 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 UGX
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 UGX

What car is LB52 UGX?

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

What is the mileage of LB52 UGX?

The last recorded mileage for LB52 UGX was 154,452 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB52 UGX passed its MOT?

LB52 UGX has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2015.

Is LB52 UGX ULEZ compliant?

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

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