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LD53 UFE

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 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 209,556 miles on the clock, averaging 14,037 miles per year, above 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 LD53 UFE

MOT Status
Due date passed
209,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
14,037

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading209,556 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,161
Average per year14,037
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD53 UFE 85k116k147k179k210k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage209,556 miles
Since last MOT+6,161 miles
PASS
Mileage203,395 miles
Since last MOT+10,690 miles
PASS
Mileage192,705 miles
Since last MOT+5,343 miles
PASS
Mileage187,362 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage187,362 miles
Since last MOT+5,471 miles
PASS
Mileage181,891 miles
Since last MOT+7,319 miles
PASS
Mileage174,572 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage174,572 miles
Since last MOT+14,970 miles
PASS
Mileage159,602 miles
Since last MOT+16,506 miles
PASS
Mileage143,096 miles
Since last MOT+17,667 miles
PASS
Mileage125,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,429 miles
Since last MOT+40,038 miles
PASS
Mileage85,391 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

RegistrationLD53 UFE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LD53 UFE

What car is LD53 UFE?

LD53 UFE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LD53 UFE?

The last recorded mileage for LD53 UFE was 209,556 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD53 UFE passed its MOT?

LD53 UFE has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2015.

Is LD53 UFE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD53 UFE 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 LD53 UFE?

LD53 UFE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.