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LC53 KMU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 121,545 miles on the clock, averaging 7,645 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 KMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,545
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,645

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 reading121,545 miles
Reading date
Miles last year286
Average per year7,645
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC53 KMU 22k47k72k97k122k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,545 miles
Since last MOT+286 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,259 miles
Since last MOT+8,906 miles
PASS
Mileage112,353 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,353 miles
Since last MOT+7,433 miles
PASS
Mileage104,920 miles
Since last MOT+2,436 miles
PASS
Mileage102,484 miles
Since last MOT+3,988 miles
PASS
Mileage98,496 miles
Since last MOT+4,366 miles
PASS
Mileage94,130 miles
Since last MOT+6,284 miles
PASS
Mileage87,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,193 miles
PASS
Mileage81,653 miles
Since last MOT+5,348 miles
PASS
Mileage76,305 miles
Since last MOT+9,633 miles
PASS
Mileage66,672 miles
Since last MOT+21,116 miles
PASS
Mileage45,556 miles
Since last MOT+11,374 miles
PASS
Mileage34,182 miles
Since last MOT+11,852 miles
PASS
Mileage22,330 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 KMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LC53 KMU

What car is LC53 KMU?

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

What is the mileage of LC53 KMU?

The last recorded mileage for LC53 KMU was 121,545 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC53 KMU passed its MOT?

LC53 KMU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2019.

Is LC53 KMU ULEZ compliant?

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

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