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LR03 GXL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 122,667 miles on the clock, averaging 4,194 miles per year, well 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 LR03 GXL

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,667
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,194

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading122,667 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,194
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 GXL 51k69k87k105k123k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,667 miles
Since last MOT+8,469 miles
PASS
Mileage114,198 miles
Since last MOT+6,348 miles
PASS
Mileage107,850 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,850 miles
Since last MOT+6,570 miles
PASS
Mileage101,280 miles
Since last MOT+11,952 miles
PASS
Mileage89,328 miles
Since last MOT+23,485 miles
PASS
Mileage65,843 miles
Since last MOT+7,482 miles
PASS
Mileage58,361 miles
Since last MOT+8,162 miles
PASS
Mileage50,199 miles
Since last MOT+8,523 miles
PASS
Mileage41,676 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,676 miles
Since last MOT+9,932 miles
PASS
Mileage31,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,744 miles
Since last MOT+6,646 miles
PASS
Mileage25,098 miles
Since last MOT+5,438 miles
PASS
Mileage19,660 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,657 miles
Since last MOT+7,280 miles
PASS
Mileage12,377 miles
Since last MOT+6,455 miles
PASS
Mileage5,922 miles
PASS
Mileage57,517 miles
Since last MOT+137 miles
PASS
Mileage57,380 miles
Since last MOT+6,769 miles
PASS
Mileage50,611 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

RegistrationLR03 GXL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 GXL

What car is LR03 GXL?

LR03 GXL is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR03 GXL?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 GXL was 122,667 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 GXL passed its MOT?

LR03 GXL has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2023.

Is LR03 GXL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR03 GXL 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 LR03 GXL?

LR03 GXL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.