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LR53 HYH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 119,822 miles on the clock, averaging 10,148 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 LR53 HYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,822
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,148

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 reading119,822 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,184
Average per year10,148
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR53 HYH 30k53k75k97k120k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,822 miles
Since last MOT+13,184 miles
PASS
Mileage106,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,638 miles
Since last MOT+11,759 miles
PASS
Mileage94,879 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,878 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,691 miles
Since last MOT+5,972 miles
PASS
Mileage88,719 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,716 miles
Since last MOT+7,310 miles
PASS
Mileage81,406 miles
Since last MOT+11,306 miles
PASS
Mileage70,100 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,100 miles
Since last MOT+11,833 miles
PASS
Mileage58,267 miles
Since last MOT+11,315 miles
PASS
Mileage46,952 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,952 miles
Since last MOT+16,590 miles
PASS
Mileage30,362 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

RegistrationLR53 HYH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 HYH

What car is LR53 HYH?

LR53 HYH is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR53 HYH?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 HYH was 119,822 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 HYH passed its MOT?

LR53 HYH has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2015.

Is LR53 HYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 HYH 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 LR53 HYH?

LR53 HYH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.