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LR03 XVW

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 158,102 miles on the clock, averaging 8,036 miles per year, around 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 XVW

MOT Status
Due date passed
158,102
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,036

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading158,102 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,473
Average per year8,036
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 XVW 65k88k112k135k158k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage158,102 miles
Since last MOT+10,473 miles
PASS
Mileage147,629 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,628 miles
Since last MOT+2,782 miles
PASS
Mileage144,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,975 miles
PASS
Mileage137,871 miles
Since last MOT+5,812 miles
PASS
Mileage132,059 miles
Since last MOT+7,745 miles
PASS
Mileage124,314 miles
Since last MOT+15,862 miles
PASS
Mileage108,452 miles
Since last MOT+12,065 miles
PASS
Mileage96,387 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage80,041 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,041 miles
Since last MOT+18,500 miles
PASS
Mileage61,541 miles
Since last MOT+6,178 miles
PASS
Mileage55,363 miles
Since last MOT+8,194 miles
PASS
Mileage47,169 miles
PASS
Mileage65,034 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 XVW
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 XVW

What car is LR03 XVW?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 XVW?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 XVW was 158,102 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 XVW passed its MOT?

LR03 XVW has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2017.

Is LR03 XVW ULEZ compliant?

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

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