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LB52 UHR

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 84,640 miles on the clock, averaging 3,841 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 UHR

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,640
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,841

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,640 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,345
Average per year3,841
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB52 UHR 33k46k59k72k85k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,640 miles
Since last MOT+18,345 miles
PASS
Mileage66,295 miles
Since last MOT+337 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,958 miles
Since last MOT+8,764 miles
PASS
Mileage57,194 miles
Since last MOT+129 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,065 miles
Since last MOT+12,710 miles
PASS
Mileage44,355 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,327 miles
Since last MOT+14,115 miles
PASS
Mileage30,212 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,193 miles
Since last MOT+12,443 miles
PASS
Mileage17,750 miles
Since last MOT+13,581 miles
PASS
Mileage4,169 miles
PASS
Mileage99,051 miles
Since last MOT+10,651 miles
PASS
Mileage88,400 miles
Since last MOT+8,678 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,722 miles
Since last MOT+8,589 miles
PASS
Mileage71,133 miles
Since last MOT+1,482 miles
PASS
Mileage69,651 miles
Since last MOT+12,116 miles
PASS
Mileage57,535 miles
Since last MOT+11,978 miles
PASS
Mileage45,557 miles
Since last MOT+12,241 miles
PASS
Mileage33,316 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 UHR
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 UHR

What car is LB52 UHR?

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

What is the mileage of LB52 UHR?

The last recorded mileage for LB52 UHR was 84,640 miles, recorded on 20 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB52 UHR passed its MOT?

LB52 UHR has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2019.

Is LB52 UHR ULEZ compliant?

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

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