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LT03 TLZ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 11 (50% pass rate). It has 286,093 miles on the clock, averaging 17,904 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 LT03 TLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
286,093
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
17,904

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading286,093 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,396
Average per year17,904
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT03 TLZ 57k115k172k229k286k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage286,093 miles
Since last MOT+16,396 miles
PASS
Mileage269,697 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage269,697 miles
Since last MOT+28,530 miles
PASS
Mileage241,167 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage241,167 miles
Since last MOT+28,967 miles
PASS
Mileage212,200 miles
Since last MOT+334 miles
FAIL
Mileage211,866 miles
Since last MOT+17,449 miles
PASS
Mileage194,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage194,417 miles
Since last MOT+20,618 miles
PASS
Mileage173,799 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,799 miles
Since last MOT+14,870 miles
PASS
Mileage158,929 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,929 miles
Since last MOT+12,683 miles
PASS
Mileage146,246 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,243 miles
Since last MOT+13,994 miles
PASS
Mileage132,249 miles
Since last MOT+743 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,506 miles
Since last MOT+16,693 miles
PASS
Mileage114,813 miles
Since last MOT+282 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,531 miles
Since last MOT+17,386 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,145 miles
Since last MOT+16,155 miles
PASS
Mileage80,990 miles
Since last MOT+23,620 miles
PASS
Mileage57,370 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

RegistrationLT03 TLZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LT03 TLZ

What car is LT03 TLZ?

LT03 TLZ is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LT03 TLZ?

The last recorded mileage for LT03 TLZ was 286,093 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT03 TLZ passed its MOT?

LT03 TLZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (11 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 19 Dec 2018.

Is LT03 TLZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT03 TLZ 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 LT03 TLZ?

LT03 TLZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.