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SB03 AXC

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 148,865 miles on the clock, averaging 25,381 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 SB03 AXC

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,865
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
25,381

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,865 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,071
Average per year25,381
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB03 AXC 77k95k113k131k149k '06'09'08

Check SB03 AXC

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,865 miles
Since last MOT+15,071 miles
PASS
Mileage133,794 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,794 miles
Since last MOT+26,873 miles
PASS
Mileage106,921 miles
Since last MOT+374 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,547 miles
Since last MOT+29,761 miles
PASS
Mileage76,786 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 AXC
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 AXC

What car is SB03 AXC?

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

What is the mileage of SB03 AXC?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 AXC was 148,865 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 AXC passed its MOT?

SB03 AXC has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2009.

Is SB03 AXC ULEZ compliant?

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

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