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YM03 LZL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 135,786 miles on the clock, averaging 10,382 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 YM03 LZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,786
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,382

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading135,786 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year10,382
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM03 LZL 51k72k93k115k136k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,786 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,785 miles
Since last MOT+5,518 miles
PASS
Mileage130,267 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,265 miles
Since last MOT+7,522 miles
PASS
Mileage122,743 miles
Since last MOT+4,156 miles
PASS
Mileage118,587 miles
Since last MOT+8,963 miles
PASS
Mileage109,624 miles
Since last MOT+11,721 miles
PASS
Mileage97,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,903 miles
Since last MOT+17,108 miles
PASS
Mileage80,795 miles
Since last MOT+15,412 miles
PASS
Mileage65,383 miles
Since last MOT+14,306 miles
PASS
Mileage51,077 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

RegistrationYM03 LZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YM03 LZL

What car is YM03 LZL?

YM03 LZL is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YM03 LZL?

The last recorded mileage for YM03 LZL was 135,786 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM03 LZL passed its MOT?

YM03 LZL has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2014.

Is YM03 LZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM03 LZL 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 YM03 LZL?

YM03 LZL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.