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RY53 LNN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 188,705 miles on the clock, averaging 14,855 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 RY53 LNN

MOT Status
Due date passed
188,705
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
14,855

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading188,705 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,707
Average per year14,855
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RY53 LNN 35k74k112k150k189k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage188,705 miles
Since last MOT+4,707 miles
PASS
Mileage183,998 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage183,998 miles
Since last MOT+405 miles
FAIL
Mileage183,593 miles
Since last MOT+8,606 miles
PASS
Mileage174,987 miles
Since last MOT+6,499 miles
PASS
Mileage168,488 miles
Since last MOT+8,443 miles
PASS
Mileage160,045 miles
Since last MOT+12,536 miles
PASS
Mileage147,509 miles
Since last MOT+151 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,358 miles
Since last MOT+8,868 miles
PASS
Mileage138,490 miles
Since last MOT+20,458 miles
PASS
Mileage118,032 miles
Since last MOT+21,154 miles
PASS
Mileage96,878 miles
Since last MOT+20,051 miles
PASS
Mileage76,827 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,827 miles
Since last MOT+19,143 miles
PASS
Mileage57,684 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,615 miles
Since last MOT+22,151 miles
PASS
Mileage35,464 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

RegistrationRY53 LNN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRY — Reading, Reading
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About RY53 LNN

What car is RY53 LNN?

RY53 LNN is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RY53 LNN?

The last recorded mileage for RY53 LNN was 188,705 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RY53 LNN passed its MOT?

RY53 LNN has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 30 Mar 2017.

Is RY53 LNN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 LNN 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 RY53 LNN?

RY53 LNN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.