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LB52 UHC

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 92,441 miles on the clock, averaging 4,608 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 UHC

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,441
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,608

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 reading92,441 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,721
Average per year4,608
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB52 UHC 18k37k55k74k92k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage92,441 miles
Since last MOT+6,721 miles
PASS
Mileage85,720 miles
Since last MOT+7,084 miles
PASS
Mileage78,636 miles
Since last MOT+240 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,396 miles
Since last MOT+9,206 miles
PASS
Mileage69,190 miles
Since last MOT+185 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,005 miles
Since last MOT+9,023 miles
PASS
Mileage59,982 miles
Since last MOT+5,893 miles
PASS
Mileage54,089 miles
Since last MOT+1,161 miles
PASS
Mileage52,928 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,925 miles
Since last MOT+787 miles
PASS
Mileage52,138 miles
Since last MOT+2,445 miles
PASS
Mileage49,693 miles
Since last MOT+71 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,622 miles
Since last MOT+3,128 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,494 miles
Since last MOT+3,587 miles
PASS
Mileage42,907 miles
Since last MOT+3,908 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,999 miles
Since last MOT+1,802 miles
PASS
Mileage37,197 miles
Since last MOT+2,619 miles
PASS
Mileage34,578 miles
Since last MOT+2,543 miles
PASS
Mileage32,035 miles
Since last MOT+6,874 miles
PASS
Mileage25,161 miles
Since last MOT+6,845 miles
PASS
Mileage18,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,316 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 UHC
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 UHC

What car is LB52 UHC?

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

What is the mileage of LB52 UHC?

The last recorded mileage for LB52 UHC was 92,441 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB52 UHC passed its MOT?

LB52 UHC has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 3 Mar 2022.

Is LB52 UHC ULEZ compliant?

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

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