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PJ03 LCM

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 89,946 miles on the clock, averaging 1,403 miles per year, well below 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 PJ03 LCM

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,946
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
1,403

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,946 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,854
Average per year1,403
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 LCM 71k76k81k85k90k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage89,946 miles
Since last MOT+9,854 miles
PASS
Mileage80,092 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,081 miles
Since last MOT+9,541 miles
PASS
Mileage70,540 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,540 miles
Since last MOT+5,698 miles
PASS
Mileage64,842 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,841 miles
Since last MOT+2,137 miles
PASS
Mileage62,704 miles
Since last MOT+2,749 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,955 miles
Since last MOT+2,664 miles
PASS
Mileage57,291 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,290 miles
Since last MOT+4,382 miles
PASS
Mileage52,908 miles
Since last MOT+6,092 miles
PASS
Mileage46,816 miles
Since last MOT+6,856 miles
PASS
Mileage39,960 miles
Since last MOT+9,715 miles
PASS
Mileage30,245 miles
Since last MOT+10,408 miles
PASS
Mileage19,837 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage19,837 miles
Since last MOT+5,948 miles
PASS
Mileage13,889 miles
PASS
Mileage71,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,101 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

RegistrationPJ03 LCM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 LCM

What car is PJ03 LCM?

PJ03 LCM is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PJ03 LCM?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 LCM was 89,946 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 LCM passed its MOT?

PJ03 LCM has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 22 Oct 2019.

Is PJ03 LCM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ03 LCM 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 PJ03 LCM?

PJ03 LCM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.