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LE03 SBV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 236,626 miles on the clock, averaging 16,824 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 LE03 SBV

MOT Status
Due date passed
236,626
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
54%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
16,824

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 reading236,626 miles
Reading date
Average per year16,824
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LE03 SBV 67k109k152k194k237k '07'17'14

Check LE03 SBV

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage236,626 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage236,626 miles
Since last MOT+14,291 miles
PASS
Mileage222,335 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage222,333 miles
Since last MOT+18,198 miles
PASS
Mileage204,135 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
FAIL
Mileage204,060 miles
Since last MOT+21,439 miles
PASS
Mileage182,621 miles
Since last MOT+39,584 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,037 miles
Since last MOT+15,869 miles
PASS
Mileage127,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,168 miles
Since last MOT+17,389 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,779 miles
Since last MOT+15,669 miles
PASS
Mileage94,110 miles
Since last MOT+27,317 miles
PASS
Mileage66,793 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

RegistrationLE03 SBV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLE — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LE03 SBV

What car is LE03 SBV?

LE03 SBV is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LE03 SBV?

The last recorded mileage for LE03 SBV was 236,626 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LE03 SBV passed its MOT?

LE03 SBV has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2017.

Is LE03 SBV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE03 SBV 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 LE03 SBV?

LE03 SBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.