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LG53 UKX

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 159,173 miles on the clock, averaging 12,951 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 LG53 UKX

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,173
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
12,951

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 reading159,173 miles
Reading date
Miles last year42
Average per year12,951
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG53 UKX 56k82k108k133k159k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,173 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,131 miles
Since last MOT+10,867 miles
PASS
Mileage148,264 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,223 miles
Since last MOT+7,157 miles
PASS
Mileage141,066 miles
Since last MOT+10,834 miles
PASS
Mileage130,232 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,232 miles
Since last MOT+10,785 miles
PASS
Mileage119,447 miles
Since last MOT+7,763 miles
PASS
Mileage111,684 miles
Since last MOT+12,006 miles
PASS
Mileage99,678 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,678 miles
Since last MOT+24,519 miles
PASS
Mileage75,159 miles
Since last MOT+19,233 miles
PASS
Mileage55,926 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 UKX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LG53 UKX

What car is LG53 UKX?

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

What is the mileage of LG53 UKX?

The last recorded mileage for LG53 UKX was 159,173 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG53 UKX passed its MOT?

LG53 UKX has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2014.

Is LG53 UKX ULEZ compliant?

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

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