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LE03 NLA

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 114,904 miles on the clock, averaging 7,208 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 LE03 NLA

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,904
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,208

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

Below average
Latest reading114,904 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,208
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LE03 NLA 39k58k77k96k115k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,904 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,904 miles
Since last MOT+3,084 miles
PASS
Mileage111,820 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,820 miles
Since last MOT+3,923 miles
PASS
Mileage107,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,897 miles
Since last MOT+6,857 miles
PASS
Mileage101,040 miles
Since last MOT+9,722 miles
PASS
Mileage91,318 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,265 miles
Since last MOT+9,872 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,393 miles
Since last MOT+4,456 miles
PASS
Mileage76,937 miles
Since last MOT+33,640 miles
PASS
Mileage43,297 miles
PASS
Mileage66,105 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,100 miles
Since last MOT+13,438 miles
PASS
Mileage52,662 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,609 miles
Since last MOT+13,671 miles
PASS
Mileage38,938 miles
Since last MOT+189 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,749 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

RegistrationLE03 NLA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLE — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LE03 NLA

What car is LE03 NLA?

LE03 NLA is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LE03 NLA?

The last recorded mileage for LE03 NLA was 114,904 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LE03 NLA passed its MOT?

LE03 NLA has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2017.

Is LE03 NLA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE03 NLA 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 LE03 NLA?

LE03 NLA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.