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LM03 EXG

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 182,010 miles on the clock, averaging 10,165 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 LM03 EXG

MOT Status
Due date passed
182,010
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
10,165

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading182,010 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,165
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM03 EXG 50k83k116k149k182k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage182,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage182,010 miles
Since last MOT+7,337 miles
PASS
Mileage174,673 miles
Since last MOT+8,323 miles
PASS
Mileage166,350 miles
Since last MOT+8,560 miles
PASS
Mileage157,790 miles
Since last MOT+170 miles
PASS
Mileage157,620 miles
Since last MOT+9,357 miles
PASS
Mileage148,263 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,230 miles
Since last MOT+18,983 miles
PASS
Mileage129,247 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,247 miles
Since last MOT+17,194 miles
PASS
Mileage112,053 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,053 miles
Since last MOT+16,281 miles
PASS
Mileage95,772 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,769 miles
Since last MOT+11,689 miles
PASS
Mileage84,080 miles
Since last MOT+11,889 miles
PASS
Mileage72,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,191 miles
Since last MOT+9,617 miles
PASS
Mileage62,574 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,565 miles
Since last MOT+12,498 miles
PASS
Mileage50,067 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

RegistrationLM03 EXG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LM03 EXG

What car is LM03 EXG?

LM03 EXG is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LM03 EXG?

The last recorded mileage for LM03 EXG was 182,010 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM03 EXG passed its MOT?

LM03 EXG has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2019.

Is LM03 EXG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM03 EXG 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 LM03 EXG?

LM03 EXG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.