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LR03 VUK

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 122,745 miles on the clock, averaging 9,900 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 VUK

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,745
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,900

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading122,745 miles
Reading date
Miles last year30
Average per year9,900
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR03 VUK 66k80k94k109k123k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,745 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,715 miles
Since last MOT+9,816 miles
PASS
Mileage112,899 miles
Since last MOT+5,241 miles
PASS
Mileage107,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,658 miles
Since last MOT+5,167 miles
PASS
Mileage102,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,491 miles
Since last MOT+10,494 miles
PASS
Mileage91,997 miles
Since last MOT+9,946 miles
PASS
Mileage82,051 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,049 miles
Since last MOT+15,928 miles
PASS
Mileage66,121 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 VUK
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 VUK

What car is LR03 VUK?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 VUK?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 VUK was 122,745 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 VUK passed its MOT?

LR03 VUK has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2012.

Is LR03 VUK ULEZ compliant?

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

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