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LB53 WOY

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 208,006 miles on the clock, averaging 11,014 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 WOY

MOT Status
Due date passed
208,006
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,014

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading208,006 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,014
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB53 WOY 97k125k153k180k208k '07'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage208,006 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage208,006 miles
Since last MOT+11,455 miles
PASS
Mileage196,551 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage196,551 miles
Since last MOT+12,477 miles
PASS
Mileage184,074 miles
Since last MOT+16,233 miles
PASS
Mileage167,841 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,814 miles
Since last MOT+19,156 miles
PASS
Mileage148,658 miles
Since last MOT+18,605 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,053 miles
Since last MOT+13,314 miles
PASS
Mileage116,739 miles
Since last MOT+7,153 miles
PASS
Mileage109,586 miles
Since last MOT+4,913 miles
PASS
Mileage104,673 miles
Since last MOT+7,534 miles
PASS
Mileage97,139 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 WOY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LB53 WOY

What car is LB53 WOY?

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

What is the mileage of LB53 WOY?

The last recorded mileage for LB53 WOY was 208,006 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB53 WOY passed its MOT?

LB53 WOY has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2017.

Is LB53 WOY ULEZ compliant?

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

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