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SA03 LDL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 46,085 miles on the clock, averaging 3,034 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 SA03 LDL

MOT Status
Due date passed
46,085
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
3,034

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 reading46,085 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,528
Average per year3,034
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA03 LDL 14k22k30k38k46k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage46,085 miles
Since last MOT+1,528 miles
PASS
Mileage44,557 miles
Since last MOT+925 miles
PASS
Mileage43,632 miles
Since last MOT+2,060 miles
PASS
Mileage41,572 miles
Since last MOT+5,752 miles
PASS
Mileage35,820 miles
Since last MOT+7,590 miles
PASS
Mileage28,230 miles
Since last MOT+1,936 miles
PASS
Mileage26,294 miles
Since last MOT+3,563 miles
PASS
Mileage22,731 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,696 miles
Since last MOT+6,460 miles
PASS
Mileage16,236 miles
Since last MOT+2,468 miles
PASS
Mileage13,768 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 LDL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SA03 LDL

What car is SA03 LDL?

SA03 LDL is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SA03 LDL?

The last recorded mileage for SA03 LDL was 46,085 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA03 LDL passed its MOT?

SA03 LDL has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Dec 2016.

Is SA03 LDL ULEZ compliant?

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

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