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SB53 WPT

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 87,650 miles on the clock, averaging 8,570 miles per year, around 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 WPT

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,650
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,570

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading87,650 miles
Reading date
Miles last year69
Average per year8,570
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB53 WPT 35k48k61k75k88k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,650 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,581 miles
Since last MOT+5,717 miles
PASS
Mileage81,864 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,830 miles
Since last MOT+4,547 miles
PASS
Mileage77,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,283 miles
Since last MOT+9,260 miles
PASS
Mileage68,023 miles
Since last MOT+11,353 miles
PASS
Mileage56,670 miles
Since last MOT+9,752 miles
PASS
Mileage46,918 miles
Since last MOT+11,638 miles
PASS
Mileage35,280 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 WPT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SB53 WPT

What car is SB53 WPT?

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

What is the mileage of SB53 WPT?

The last recorded mileage for SB53 WPT was 87,650 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB53 WPT passed its MOT?

SB53 WPT has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2013.

Is SB53 WPT ULEZ compliant?

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

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