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LC53 FNY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 99,522 miles on the clock, averaging 8,761 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 LC53 FNY

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,522
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,761

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading99,522 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year8,761
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC53 FNY 20k40k60k80k100k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,522 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,518 miles
Since last MOT+7,411 miles
PASS
Mileage92,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,107 miles
Since last MOT+14,057 miles
PASS
Mileage78,050 miles
Since last MOT+1,704 miles
PASS
Mileage76,346 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,346 miles
Since last MOT+7,037 miles
PASS
Mileage69,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,309 miles
Since last MOT+4,031 miles
PASS
Mileage65,278 miles
Since last MOT+7,867 miles
PASS
Mileage57,411 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,411 miles
Since last MOT+525 miles
PASS
Mileage56,886 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,886 miles
Since last MOT+13,431 miles
PASS
Mileage43,455 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,455 miles
Since last MOT+22,157 miles
PASS
Mileage21,298 miles
Since last MOT+1,576 miles
PASS
Mileage19,722 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 FNY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LC53 FNY

What car is LC53 FNY?

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

What is the mileage of LC53 FNY?

The last recorded mileage for LC53 FNY was 99,522 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC53 FNY passed its MOT?

LC53 FNY has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2015.

Is LC53 FNY ULEZ compliant?

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

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