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LN53 RYX

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 147,110 miles on the clock, averaging 11,516 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 LN53 RYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,110
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,516

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 reading147,110 miles
Reading date
Miles last year103
Average per year11,516
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LN53 RYX 26k56k86k117k147k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,110 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,007 miles
Since last MOT+16,411 miles
PASS
Mileage130,596 miles
Since last MOT+15,502 miles
PASS
Mileage115,094 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,094 miles
Since last MOT+13,631 miles
PASS
Mileage101,463 miles
Since last MOT+13,159 miles
PASS
Mileage88,304 miles
Since last MOT+5,940 miles
PASS
Mileage82,364 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,361 miles
Since last MOT+7,076 miles
PASS
Mileage75,285 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,281 miles
Since last MOT+6,982 miles
PASS
Mileage68,299 miles
Since last MOT+7,809 miles
PASS
Mileage60,490 miles
Since last MOT+8,733 miles
PASS
Mileage51,757 miles
Since last MOT+20,238 miles
PASS
Mileage31,519 miles
Since last MOT+5,918 miles
PASS
Mileage25,601 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

RegistrationLN53 RYX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLN — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LN53 RYX

What car is LN53 RYX?

LN53 RYX is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LN53 RYX?

The last recorded mileage for LN53 RYX was 147,110 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LN53 RYX passed its MOT?

LN53 RYX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2016.

Is LN53 RYX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LN53 RYX 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 LN53 RYX?

LN53 RYX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.