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LM53 PEO

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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 126,600 miles on the clock, averaging 8,981 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 LM53 PEO

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,600
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
8,981

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading126,600 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,362
Average per year8,981
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM53 PEO 55k73k91k109k127k '06'14'13

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,600 miles
Since last MOT+4,362 miles
PASS
Mileage122,238 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,238 miles
Since last MOT+5,305 miles
PASS
Mileage116,933 miles
Since last MOT+61,570 miles
PASS
Mileage55,363 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

RegistrationLM53 PEO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LM53 PEO

What car is LM53 PEO?

LM53 PEO is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LM53 PEO?

The last recorded mileage for LM53 PEO was 126,600 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM53 PEO passed its MOT?

LM53 PEO has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Nov 2014.

Is LM53 PEO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM53 PEO 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 LM53 PEO?

LM53 PEO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.