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LC53 CNE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
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 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 139,995 miles on the clock, averaging 10,191 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 LC53 CNE

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,995
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
10,191

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 reading139,995 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,644
Average per year10,191
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LC53 CNE 64k83k102k121k140k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,995 miles
Since last MOT+11,644 miles
PASS
Mileage128,351 miles
Since last MOT+115 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,236 miles
Since last MOT+6,979 miles
PASS
Mileage121,257 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,257 miles
Since last MOT+1,821 miles
PASS
Mileage119,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,436 miles
Since last MOT+9,915 miles
PASS
Mileage109,521 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,521 miles
Since last MOT+10,671 miles
PASS
Mileage98,850 miles
Since last MOT+10,798 miles
PASS
Mileage88,052 miles
Since last MOT+10,507 miles
PASS
Mileage77,545 miles
Since last MOT+13,218 miles
PASS
Mileage64,327 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

RegistrationLC53 CNE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LC53 CNE

What car is LC53 CNE?

LC53 CNE is an white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LC53 CNE?

The last recorded mileage for LC53 CNE was 139,995 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC53 CNE passed its MOT?

LC53 CNE has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2014.

Is LC53 CNE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC53 CNE 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 LC53 CNE?

LC53 CNE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.