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SB03 JZM

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 161,281 miles on the clock, averaging 11,257 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 JZM

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,281
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
11,257

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 reading161,281 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,801
Average per year11,257
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 JZM 39k69k100k131k161k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage161,281 miles
Since last MOT+6,801 miles
PASS
Mileage154,480 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,480 miles
Since last MOT+7,737 miles
PASS
Mileage146,743 miles
Since last MOT+9,890 miles
PASS
Mileage136,853 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,853 miles
PASS
Mileage138,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,897 miles
Since last MOT+13,226 miles
PASS
Mileage125,671 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,671 miles
Since last MOT+12,547 miles
PASS
Mileage113,124 miles
Since last MOT+13,853 miles
PASS
Mileage99,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,271 miles
Since last MOT+16,163 miles
PASS
Mileage83,108 miles
Since last MOT+62,870 miles
PASS
Mileage20,238 miles
PASS
Mileage57,701 miles
Since last MOT+19,083 miles
PASS
Mileage38,618 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 JZM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 JZM

What car is SB03 JZM?

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

What is the mileage of SB03 JZM?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 JZM was 161,281 miles, recorded on 31 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 JZM passed its MOT?

SB03 JZM has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 31 May 2017.

Is SB03 JZM ULEZ compliant?

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

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