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LR53 YNB

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 119,466 miles on the clock, averaging 8,617 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 YNB

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,466
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,617

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading119,466 miles
Reading date
Miles last year72
Average per year8,617
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR53 YNB 26k49k72k96k119k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,466 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,394 miles
Since last MOT+6,628 miles
PASS
Mileage112,766 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,766 miles
Since last MOT+6,540 miles
PASS
Mileage106,226 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,226 miles
Since last MOT+5,127 miles
PASS
Mileage101,099 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,081 miles
Since last MOT+6,476 miles
PASS
Mileage94,605 miles
Since last MOT+7,157 miles
PASS
Mileage87,448 miles
Since last MOT+9,135 miles
PASS
Mileage78,313 miles
Since last MOT+8,232 miles
PASS
Mileage70,081 miles
Since last MOT+9,991 miles
PASS
Mileage60,090 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,085 miles
Since last MOT+10,923 miles
PASS
Mileage49,162 miles
Since last MOT+11,966 miles
PASS
Mileage37,196 miles
Since last MOT+11,690 miles
PASS
Mileage25,506 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,506 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 YNB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 YNB

What car is LR53 YNB?

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

What is the mileage of LR53 YNB?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 YNB was 119,466 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 YNB passed its MOT?

LR53 YNB has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2017.

Is LR53 YNB ULEZ compliant?

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

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