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LR03 VUD

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 173,270 miles on the clock, averaging 9,358 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 LR03 VUD

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,270
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
9,358

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 reading173,270 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,469
Average per year9,358
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 VUD 51k81k112k143k173k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,270 miles
Since last MOT+1,469 miles
PASS
Mileage171,801 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,797 miles
Since last MOT+2,222 miles
PASS
Mileage169,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage169,575 miles
Since last MOT+7,274 miles
PASS
Mileage162,301 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,301 miles
Since last MOT+10,028 miles
PASS
Mileage152,273 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,273 miles
Since last MOT+11,826 miles
PASS
Mileage140,447 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,447 miles
Since last MOT+10,410 miles
PASS
Mileage130,037 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,036 miles
Since last MOT+10,555 miles
PASS
Mileage119,481 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,481 miles
Since last MOT+10,463 miles
PASS
Mileage109,018 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,018 miles
Since last MOT+10,762 miles
PASS
Mileage98,256 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,256 miles
Since last MOT+9,842 miles
PASS
Mileage88,414 miles
Since last MOT+12,234 miles
PASS
Mileage76,180 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,180 miles
Since last MOT+12,768 miles
PASS
Mileage63,412 miles
Since last MOT+12,582 miles
PASS
Mileage50,830 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 VUD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 VUD

What car is LR03 VUD?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 VUD?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 VUD was 173,270 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 VUD passed its MOT?

LR03 VUD has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2019.

Is LR03 VUD ULEZ compliant?

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

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