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SB03 KBF

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 120,288 miles on the clock, averaging 9,359 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 KBF

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,288
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,359

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading120,288 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,641
Average per year9,359
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 KBF 23k48k72k96k120k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,288 miles
Since last MOT+8,641 miles
PASS
Mileage111,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,647 miles
Since last MOT+7,252 miles
PASS
Mileage104,395 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,395 miles
Since last MOT+57,181 miles
PASS
Mileage47,214 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,214 miles
PASS
Mileage91,679 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,679 miles
Since last MOT+8,994 miles
PASS
Mileage82,685 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,683 miles
Since last MOT+7,875 miles
PASS
Mileage74,808 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,808 miles
Since last MOT+9,302 miles
PASS
Mileage65,506 miles
Since last MOT+25,292 miles
PASS
Mileage40,214 miles
Since last MOT+8,039 miles
PASS
Mileage32,175 miles
Since last MOT+8,756 miles
PASS
Mileage23,419 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,419 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 KBF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 KBF

What car is SB03 KBF?

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

What is the mileage of SB03 KBF?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 KBF was 120,288 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 KBF passed its MOT?

SB03 KBF has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2016.

Is SB03 KBF ULEZ compliant?

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

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