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LR03 NTG

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 81,870 miles on the clock, averaging 3,063 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 NTG

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,870
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,063

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,870 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,642
Average per year3,063
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 NTG 47k56k65k73k82k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,870 miles
Since last MOT+2,642 miles
PASS
Mileage79,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,228 miles
Since last MOT+6,132 miles
PASS
Mileage73,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,096 miles
Since last MOT+5,184 miles
PASS
Mileage67,912 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,912 miles
Since last MOT+7,314 miles
PASS
Mileage60,598 miles
Since last MOT+5,912 miles
PASS
Mileage54,686 miles
Since last MOT+8,176 miles
PASS
Mileage46,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,510 miles
Since last MOT+9,738 miles
PASS
Mileage36,772 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,772 miles
Since last MOT+11,144 miles
PASS
Mileage25,628 miles
PASS
Mileage78,029 miles
Since last MOT+68,446 miles
FAIL
Mileage9,583 miles
PASS
Mileage68,273 miles
Since last MOT+1,948 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,325 miles
Since last MOT+19,016 miles
PASS
Mileage47,309 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 NTG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 NTG

What car is LR03 NTG?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 NTG?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 NTG was 81,870 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 NTG passed its MOT?

LR03 NTG has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2017.

Is LR03 NTG ULEZ compliant?

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

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