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LC53 KNN

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 214,288 miles on the clock, averaging 8,774 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 KNN

MOT Status
Due date passed
214,288
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,774

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 reading214,288 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,887
Average per year8,774
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC53 KNN 120k144k167k191k214k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage214,288 miles
Since last MOT+11,887 miles
PASS
Mileage202,401 miles
Since last MOT+119 miles
FAIL
Mileage202,282 miles
Since last MOT+5,063 miles
PASS
Mileage197,219 miles
Since last MOT+5,051 miles
PASS
Mileage192,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage192,168 miles
Since last MOT+5,450 miles
PASS
Mileage186,718 miles
Since last MOT+3,958 miles
PASS
Mileage182,760 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage182,760 miles
Since last MOT+6,946 miles
PASS
Mileage175,814 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,814 miles
Since last MOT+8,725 miles
PASS
Mileage167,089 miles
Since last MOT+9,653 miles
PASS
Mileage157,436 miles
Since last MOT+9,146 miles
PASS
Mileage148,290 miles
Since last MOT+7,167 miles
PASS
Mileage141,123 miles
Since last MOT+20,686 miles
PASS
Mileage120,437 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 KNN
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 KNN

What car is LC53 KNN?

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

What is the mileage of LC53 KNN?

The last recorded mileage for LC53 KNN was 214,288 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC53 KNN passed its MOT?

LC53 KNN has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2017.

Is LC53 KNN ULEZ compliant?

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

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