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LB53 FYH

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Wimbledon, London · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 214,639 miles on the clock, averaging 9,144 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 LB53 FYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
214,639
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,144

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading214,639 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,144
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB53 FYH 103k131k159k187k215k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage214,639 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage214,639 miles
Since last MOT+11,876 miles
PASS
Mileage202,763 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage202,763 miles
Since last MOT+20,339 miles
PASS
Mileage182,424 miles
Since last MOT+9,789 miles
PASS
Mileage172,635 miles
Since last MOT+6,266 miles
PASS
Mileage166,369 miles
Since last MOT+8,781 miles
PASS
Mileage157,588 miles
Since last MOT+7,591 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,997 miles
Since last MOT+8,192 miles
PASS
Mileage141,805 miles
Since last MOT+8,925 miles
PASS
Mileage132,880 miles
Since last MOT+7,057 miles
PASS
Mileage125,823 miles
Since last MOT+8,809 miles
PASS
Mileage117,014 miles
Since last MOT+13,865 miles
PASS
Mileage103,149 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

RegistrationLB53 FYH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LB53 FYH

What car is LB53 FYH?

LB53 FYH is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.

What is the mileage of LB53 FYH?

The last recorded mileage for LB53 FYH was 214,639 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB53 FYH passed its MOT?

LB53 FYH has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2019.

Is LB53 FYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 FYH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LB53 FYH?

LB53 FYH is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.