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SB03 LGG

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 38,283 miles on the clock, averaging 2,514 miles per year, well 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 LGG

MOT Status
Due date passed
38,283
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
2,514

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading38,283 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,121
Average per year2,514
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 LGG 10k17k24k31k38k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage38,283 miles
Since last MOT+1,121 miles
PASS
Mileage37,162 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,132 miles
Since last MOT+781 miles
PASS
Mileage36,351 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,348 miles
Since last MOT+1,396 miles
PASS
Mileage34,952 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,951 miles
Since last MOT+2,524 miles
PASS
Mileage32,427 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,427 miles
Since last MOT+2,817 miles
PASS
Mileage29,610 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,610 miles
Since last MOT+3,228 miles
PASS
Mileage26,382 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,380 miles
Since last MOT+4,735 miles
PASS
Mileage21,645 miles
Since last MOT+2,684 miles
PASS
Mileage18,961 miles
Since last MOT+3,569 miles
PASS
Mileage15,392 miles
Since last MOT+5,773 miles
PASS
Mileage9,619 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 LGG
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 LGG

What car is SB03 LGG?

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

What is the mileage of SB03 LGG?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 LGG was 38,283 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 LGG passed its MOT?

SB03 LGG has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 19 Dec 2017.

Is SB03 LGG ULEZ compliant?

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

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