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SB03 AWU

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
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 1753cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 123,795 miles on the clock, averaging 7,640 miles per year, around 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 SB03 AWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,795
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,640

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,795 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,725
Average per year7,640
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 AWU 25k50k74k99k124k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage123,795 miles
Since last MOT+7,725 miles
PASS
Mileage116,070 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,015 miles
Since last MOT+6,311 miles
PASS
Mileage109,704 miles
Since last MOT+174 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,530 miles
Since last MOT+5,341 miles
PASS
Mileage104,189 miles
Since last MOT+3,823 miles
PASS
Mileage100,366 miles
Since last MOT+5,002 miles
PASS
Mileage95,364 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,353 miles
Since last MOT+8,553 miles
PASS
Mileage86,800 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,800 miles
Since last MOT+13,790 miles
PASS
Mileage73,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,010 miles
Since last MOT+14,287 miles
PASS
Mileage58,723 miles
Since last MOT+8,750 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,973 miles
Since last MOT+3,915 miles
PASS
Mileage46,058 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,058 miles
Since last MOT+7,231 miles
PASS
Mileage38,827 miles
Since last MOT+8,469 miles
PASS
Mileage30,358 miles
Since last MOT+5,525 miles
PASS
Mileage24,833 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,831 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

RegistrationSB03 AWU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 AWU

What car is SB03 AWU?

SB03 AWU is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB03 AWU?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 AWU was 123,795 miles, recorded on 13 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 AWU passed its MOT?

SB03 AWU has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 13 May 2019.

Is SB03 AWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 AWU 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 SB03 AWU?

SB03 AWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.