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LC53 FPJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 114,972 miles on the clock, averaging 7,696 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 FPJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,972
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,696

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 reading114,972 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,696
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC53 FPJ 37k56k76k95k115k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,972 miles
Since last MOT+3,879 miles
PASS
Mileage111,093 miles
Since last MOT+8,054 miles
PASS
Mileage103,039 miles
Since last MOT+8,560 miles
PASS
Mileage94,479 miles
Since last MOT+9,145 miles
PASS
Mileage85,334 miles
Since last MOT+8,209 miles
PASS
Mileage77,125 miles
Since last MOT+9,470 miles
PASS
Mileage67,655 miles
Since last MOT+8,814 miles
PASS
Mileage58,841 miles
Since last MOT+8,248 miles
PASS
Mileage50,593 miles
Since last MOT+7,932 miles
PASS
Mileage42,661 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,661 miles
Since last MOT+6,157 miles
PASS
Mileage36,504 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 FPJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LC53 FPJ

What car is LC53 FPJ?

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

What is the mileage of LC53 FPJ?

The last recorded mileage for LC53 FPJ was 114,972 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC53 FPJ passed its MOT?

LC53 FPJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2016.

Is LC53 FPJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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