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LG03 EBV

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 185,439 miles on the clock, averaging 14,729 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 LG03 EBV

MOT Status
Due date passed
185,439
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
14,729

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 reading185,439 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,729
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG03 EBV 63k93k124k155k185k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage185,439 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage185,439 miles
Since last MOT+10,029 miles
PASS
Mileage175,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,410 miles
Since last MOT+11,447 miles
PASS
Mileage163,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,963 miles
Since last MOT+9,773 miles
PASS
Mileage154,190 miles
Since last MOT+13,278 miles
PASS
Mileage140,912 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,912 miles
Since last MOT+16,689 miles
PASS
Mileage124,223 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,223 miles
Since last MOT+19,485 miles
PASS
Mileage104,738 miles
Since last MOT+21,444 miles
PASS
Mileage83,294 miles
Since last MOT+20,026 miles
PASS
Mileage63,268 miles
Since last MOT+652 miles
PASS
Mileage62,616 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

RegistrationLG03 EBV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LG03 EBV

What car is LG03 EBV?

LG03 EBV is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LG03 EBV?

The last recorded mileage for LG03 EBV was 185,439 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG03 EBV passed its MOT?

LG03 EBV has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2014.

Is LG03 EBV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG03 EBV 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 LG03 EBV?

LG03 EBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.