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LB53 UGZ

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 169,866 miles on the clock, averaging 8,531 miles per year, around 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 UGZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,866
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,531

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading169,866 miles
Reading date
Miles last year230
Average per year8,531
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB53 UGZ 99k117k134k152k170k '06'15'12

Check LB53 UGZ

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,866 miles
Since last MOT+230 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,636 miles
Since last MOT+9,027 miles
PASS
Mileage160,609 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,609 miles
Since last MOT+10,085 miles
PASS
Mileage150,524 miles
Since last MOT+9,318 miles
PASS
Mileage141,206 miles
Since last MOT+6,668 miles
PASS
Mileage134,538 miles
Since last MOT+4,536 miles
PASS
Mileage130,002 miles
Since last MOT+5,335 miles
PASS
Mileage124,667 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,637 miles
Since last MOT+13,129 miles
PASS
Mileage111,508 miles
Since last MOT+12,688 miles
PASS
Mileage98,820 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 UGZ
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 UGZ

What car is LB53 UGZ?

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

What is the mileage of LB53 UGZ?

The last recorded mileage for LB53 UGZ was 169,866 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB53 UGZ passed its MOT?

LB53 UGZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2015.

Is LB53 UGZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 UGZ 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 UGZ?

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