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DG03 SGY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 73,309 miles on the clock, averaging 3,335 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 DG03 SGY

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,309
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
3,335

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,309 miles
Reading date
Miles last year30,139
Average per year3,335
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DG03 SGY 49k55k61k67k73k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,309 miles
Since last MOT+30,139 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,170 miles
Since last MOT+17,291 miles
PASS
Mileage25,879 miles
Since last MOT+12,859 miles
PASS
Mileage13,020 miles
PASS
Mileage92,036 miles
Since last MOT+5,005 miles
PASS
Mileage87,031 miles
Since last MOT+9,669 miles
PASS
Mileage77,362 miles
Since last MOT+14,608 miles
PASS
Mileage62,754 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,711 miles
Since last MOT+13,686 miles
PASS
Mileage49,025 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

RegistrationDG03 SGY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DG03 SGY

What car is DG03 SGY?

DG03 SGY is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DG03 SGY?

The last recorded mileage for DG03 SGY was 73,309 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG03 SGY passed its MOT?

DG03 SGY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2013.

Is DG03 SGY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 SGY 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 DG03 SGY?

DG03 SGY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.