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LM52 LHL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 149,418 miles on the clock, averaging 7,889 miles per year, around 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 LM52 LHL

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,418
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,889

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading149,418 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year7,889
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 LHL 44k70k97k123k149k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,418 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,413 miles
Since last MOT+3,557 miles
PASS
Mileage145,856 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,851 miles
Since last MOT+2,252 miles
PASS
Mileage143,599 miles
Since last MOT+7,081 miles
PASS
Mileage136,518 miles
Since last MOT+125 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,393 miles
Since last MOT+4,041 miles
PASS
Mileage132,352 miles
Since last MOT+3,784 miles
PASS
Mileage128,568 miles
Since last MOT+8,350 miles
PASS
Mileage120,218 miles
Since last MOT+9,364 miles
PASS
Mileage110,854 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,846 miles
Since last MOT+8,950 miles
PASS
Mileage101,896 miles
Since last MOT+27,840 miles
PASS
Mileage74,056 miles
Since last MOT+10,946 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,110 miles
Since last MOT+8,381 miles
PASS
Mileage54,729 miles
Since last MOT+3,878 miles
PASS
Mileage50,851 miles
Since last MOT+7,031 miles
PASS
Mileage43,820 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

RegistrationLM52 LHL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 LHL

What car is LM52 LHL?

LM52 LHL is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LM52 LHL?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 LHL was 149,418 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 LHL passed its MOT?

LM52 LHL has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2019.

Is LM52 LHL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM52 LHL 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 LM52 LHL?

LM52 LHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.