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LT03 XDE

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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 181,564 miles on the clock, averaging 9,563 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 XDE

MOT Status
Due date passed
181,564
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,563

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading181,564 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,865
Average per year9,563
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT03 XDE 72k99k127k154k182k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage181,564 miles
Since last MOT+5,865 miles
PASS
Mileage175,699 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,699 miles
Since last MOT+9,264 miles
PASS
Mileage166,435 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,435 miles
Since last MOT+8,073 miles
PASS
Mileage158,362 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,352 miles
Since last MOT+9,042 miles
PASS
Mileage149,310 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,309 miles
Since last MOT+6,515 miles
PASS
Mileage142,794 miles
Since last MOT+11,343 miles
PASS
Mileage131,451 miles
Since last MOT+8,513 miles
PASS
Mileage122,938 miles
Since last MOT+9,568 miles
PASS
Mileage113,370 miles
Since last MOT+10,756 miles
PASS
Mileage102,614 miles
Since last MOT+10,735 miles
PASS
Mileage91,879 miles
Since last MOT+20,074 miles
PASS
Mileage71,805 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 XDE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LT03 XDE

What car is LT03 XDE?

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

What is the mileage of LT03 XDE?

The last recorded mileage for LT03 XDE was 181,564 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT03 XDE passed its MOT?

LT03 XDE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2017.

Is LT03 XDE ULEZ compliant?

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

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