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LR53 HZG

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 178,494 miles on the clock, averaging 8,826 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 LR53 HZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
178,494
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,826

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading178,494 miles
Reading date
Miles last year36
Average per year8,826
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR53 HZG 71k98k125k152k178k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage178,494 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage178,458 miles
Since last MOT+10,904 miles
PASS
Mileage167,554 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,511 miles
Since last MOT+12,076 miles
PASS
Mileage155,435 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,404 miles
Since last MOT+8,263 miles
PASS
Mileage147,141 miles
Since last MOT+4,960 miles
PASS
Mileage142,181 miles
Since last MOT+8,864 miles
PASS
Mileage133,317 miles
Since last MOT+9,850 miles
PASS
Mileage123,467 miles
Since last MOT+8,434 miles
PASS
Mileage115,033 miles
Since last MOT+9,221 miles
PASS
Mileage105,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,812 miles
Since last MOT+9,737 miles
PASS
Mileage96,075 miles
Since last MOT+8,333 miles
PASS
Mileage87,742 miles
Since last MOT+9,272 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,470 miles
Since last MOT+7,600 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,870 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 HZG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 HZG

What car is LR53 HZG?

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

What is the mileage of LR53 HZG?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 HZG was 178,494 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 HZG passed its MOT?

LR53 HZG has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2018.

Is LR53 HZG ULEZ compliant?

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

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