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SB03 ORS

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 81,932 miles on the clock, averaging 3,375 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 ORS

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,932
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
3,375

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

Low mileage
Latest reading81,932 miles
Reading date
Miles last year50
Average per year3,375
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 ORS 46k55k64k73k82k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,932 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,882 miles
Since last MOT+7,616 miles
PASS
Mileage74,266 miles
Since last MOT+1,925 miles
PASS
Mileage72,341 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,341 miles
Since last MOT+4,466 miles
PASS
Mileage67,875 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,826 miles
Since last MOT+10,209 miles
PASS
Mileage57,617 miles
Since last MOT+9,760 miles
PASS
Mileage47,857 miles
Since last MOT+8,739 miles
PASS
Mileage39,118 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,091 miles
Since last MOT+24,047 miles
PASS
Mileage15,044 miles
Since last MOT+13,169 miles
PASS
Mileage1,875 miles
PASS
Mileage60,920 miles
Since last MOT+14,507 miles
PASS
Mileage46,413 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 ORS
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 ORS

What car is SB03 ORS?

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

What is the mileage of SB03 ORS?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 ORS was 81,932 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 ORS passed its MOT?

SB03 ORS has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2016.

Is SB03 ORS ULEZ compliant?

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

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