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LC53 YZX

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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 111,907 miles on the clock, averaging 5,702 miles per year, below 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 YZX

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,907
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,702

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,907 miles
Reading date
Miles last year181
Average per year5,702
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LC53 YZX 55k69k83k98k112k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,907 miles
Since last MOT+181 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,726 miles
Since last MOT+5,622 miles
PASS
Mileage106,104 miles
Since last MOT+5,786 miles
PASS
Mileage100,318 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,311 miles
Since last MOT+6,909 miles
PASS
Mileage93,402 miles
Since last MOT+4,778 miles
PASS
Mileage88,624 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,624 miles
Since last MOT+6,302 miles
PASS
Mileage82,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,322 miles
Since last MOT+5,384 miles
PASS
Mileage76,938 miles
Since last MOT+4,921 miles
PASS
Mileage72,017 miles
Since last MOT+5,567 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,450 miles
Since last MOT+6,137 miles
PASS
Mileage60,313 miles
Since last MOT+5,411 miles
PASS
Mileage54,902 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 YZX
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 YZX

What car is LC53 YZX?

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

What is the mileage of LC53 YZX?

The last recorded mileage for LC53 YZX was 111,907 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC53 YZX passed its MOT?

LC53 YZX has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2016.

Is LC53 YZX ULEZ compliant?

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

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