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LG53 HYR

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 85,094 miles on the clock, averaging 3,023 miles per year, well 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 LG53 HYR

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,094
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,023

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

Low mileage
Latest reading85,094 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,023
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG53 HYR 46k56k66k75k85k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,094 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,094 miles
Since last MOT+7,013 miles
PASS
Mileage78,081 miles
Since last MOT+2,430 miles
PASS
Mileage75,651 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,650 miles
Since last MOT+3,266 miles
PASS
Mileage72,384 miles
Since last MOT+4,891 miles
PASS
Mileage67,493 miles
Since last MOT+5,067 miles
PASS
Mileage62,426 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,426 miles
Since last MOT+4,179 miles
PASS
Mileage58,247 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,247 miles
Since last MOT+3,837 miles
PASS
Mileage54,410 miles
PASS
Mileage57,025 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,025 miles
Since last MOT+10,937 miles
PASS
Mileage46,088 miles
Since last MOT+4,289 miles
PASS
Mileage41,799 miles
PASS
Mileage78,915 miles
Since last MOT+5,998 miles
PASS
Mileage72,917 miles
Since last MOT+26,645 miles
PASS
Mileage46,272 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

RegistrationLG53 HYR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LG53 HYR

What car is LG53 HYR?

LG53 HYR is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LG53 HYR?

The last recorded mileage for LG53 HYR was 85,094 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG53 HYR passed its MOT?

LG53 HYR has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2019.

Is LG53 HYR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG53 HYR 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 LG53 HYR?

LG53 HYR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.