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SA03 DNG

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1800cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1800cc
ColourGreen
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 1800cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 138,005 miles on the clock, averaging 7,072 miles per year, 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 SA03 DNG

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,005
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,072

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading138,005 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,584
Average per year7,072
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA03 DNG 72k89k105k122k138k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,005 miles
Since last MOT+2,584 miles
PASS
Mileage135,421 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,353 miles
Since last MOT+12,961 miles
PASS
Mileage122,392 miles
Since last MOT+3,744 miles
PASS
Mileage118,648 miles
Since last MOT+2,040 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,608 miles
Since last MOT+3,462 miles
PASS
Mileage113,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,146 miles
Since last MOT+4,376 miles
PASS
Mileage108,770 miles
Since last MOT+3,088 miles
PASS
Mileage105,682 miles
Since last MOT+3,627 miles
PASS
Mileage102,055 miles
Since last MOT+10,769 miles
PASS
Mileage91,286 miles
Since last MOT+19,051 miles
PASS
Mileage72,235 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

RegistrationSA03 DNG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1800cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SA03 DNG

What car is SA03 DNG?

SA03 DNG is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1800cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SA03 DNG?

The last recorded mileage for SA03 DNG was 138,005 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA03 DNG passed its MOT?

SA03 DNG has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2015.

Is SA03 DNG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA03 DNG 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 SA03 DNG?

SA03 DNG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.