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SB03 AWY

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 90,790 miles on the clock, averaging 6,470 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 SB03 AWY

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,790
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,470

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

Below average
Latest reading90,790 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,470
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 AWY 29k44k60k75k91k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,790 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,790 miles
Since last MOT+9,792 miles
PASS
Mileage80,998 miles
Since last MOT+4,829 miles
PASS
Mileage76,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,169 miles
Since last MOT+4,369 miles
PASS
Mileage71,800 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,800 miles
Since last MOT+5,754 miles
PASS
Mileage66,046 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,043 miles
Since last MOT+6,786 miles
PASS
Mileage59,257 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,257 miles
Since last MOT+2,423 miles
PASS
Mileage56,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,063 miles
PASS
Mileage50,771 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,771 miles
Since last MOT+11,722 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,049 miles
Since last MOT+10,132 miles
PASS
Mileage28,917 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,916 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 AWY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 AWY

What car is SB03 AWY?

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

What is the mileage of SB03 AWY?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 AWY was 90,790 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 AWY passed its MOT?

SB03 AWY has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2016.

Is SB03 AWY ULEZ compliant?

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

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