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LC53 YZW

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for LC53 YZW

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
4,123

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading97,128 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,618
Average per year4,123
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LC53 YZW 63k72k80k89k97k '06'15'09

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage97,128 miles
Since last MOT+5,618 miles
PASS
Mileage91,510 miles
Since last MOT+9,694 miles
PASS
Mileage81,816 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,805 miles
Since last MOT+5,795 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,010 miles
Since last MOT+7,420 miles
PASS
Mileage68,590 miles
Since last MOT+5,195 miles
PASS
Mileage63,395 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,395 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
PASS
Mileage63,327 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 YZW
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 YZW

What car is LC53 YZW?

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

Has LC53 YZW passed its MOT?

LC53 YZW has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2017.

Is LC53 YZW ULEZ compliant?

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

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