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LG53 UWO

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 90,342 miles on the clock, averaging 6,956 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 LG53 UWO

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,342
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,956

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading90,342 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,956
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LG53 UWO 28k43k59k75k90k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,342 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,342 miles
Since last MOT+6,783 miles
PASS
Mileage83,559 miles
Since last MOT+6,205 miles
PASS
Mileage77,354 miles
Since last MOT+6,951 miles
PASS
Mileage70,403 miles
Since last MOT+8,206 miles
PASS
Mileage62,197 miles
Since last MOT+6,860 miles
PASS
Mileage55,337 miles
Since last MOT+8,571 miles
PASS
Mileage46,766 miles
Since last MOT+7,040 miles
PASS
Mileage39,726 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,726 miles
Since last MOT+6,264 miles
PASS
Mileage33,462 miles
Since last MOT+5,630 miles
PASS
Mileage27,832 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 UWO
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 UWO

What car is LG53 UWO?

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

What is the mileage of LG53 UWO?

The last recorded mileage for LG53 UWO was 90,342 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG53 UWO passed its MOT?

LG53 UWO has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2015.

Is LG53 UWO ULEZ compliant?

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

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