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SB53 WNJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 170,131 miles on the clock, averaging 10,175 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 SB53 WNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
170,131
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
10,175

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading170,131 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year10,175
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB53 WNJ 40k72k105k138k170k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage170,131 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,128 miles
Since last MOT+14,553 miles
PASS
Mileage155,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,575 miles
Since last MOT+13,388 miles
PASS
Mileage142,187 miles
Since last MOT+225 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,962 miles
Since last MOT+11,282 miles
PASS
Mileage130,680 miles
Since last MOT+7,554 miles
PASS
Mileage123,126 miles
Since last MOT+7,158 miles
PASS
Mileage115,968 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,964 miles
Since last MOT+8,197 miles
PASS
Mileage107,767 miles
Since last MOT+6,557 miles
PASS
Mileage101,210 miles
Since last MOT+7,834 miles
PASS
Mileage93,376 miles
Since last MOT+8,796 miles
PASS
Mileage84,580 miles
Since last MOT+5,462 miles
PASS
Mileage79,118 miles
Since last MOT+15,637 miles
PASS
Mileage63,481 miles
Since last MOT+14,593 miles
PASS
Mileage48,888 miles
Since last MOT+9,236 miles
PASS
Mileage39,652 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

RegistrationSB53 WNJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SB53 WNJ

What car is SB53 WNJ?

SB53 WNJ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB53 WNJ?

The last recorded mileage for SB53 WNJ was 170,131 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB53 WNJ passed its MOT?

SB53 WNJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2019.

Is SB53 WNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 WNJ 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 SB53 WNJ?

SB53 WNJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.