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SC03 BGE

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 112,446 miles on the clock, averaging 964 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 SC03 BGE

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,446
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
964

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 reading112,446 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,174
Average per year964
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SC03 BGE 101k103k106k109k112k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,446 miles
Since last MOT+5,174 miles
PASS
Mileage107,272 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,272 miles
Since last MOT+6,062 miles
PASS
Mileage101,210 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,195 miles
Since last MOT+5,646 miles
PASS
Mileage95,549 miles
Since last MOT+4,869 miles
PASS
Mileage90,680 miles
Since last MOT+4,715 miles
PASS
Mileage85,965 miles
Since last MOT+4,544 miles
PASS
Mileage81,421 miles
Since last MOT+3,135 miles
PASS
Mileage78,286 miles
Since last MOT+309 miles
PASS
Mileage77,977 miles
Since last MOT+5,697 miles
PASS
Mileage72,280 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,280 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
PASS
Mileage72,258 miles
Since last MOT+8,347 miles
PASS
Mileage63,911 miles
PASS
Mileage100,516 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

RegistrationSC03 BGE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSC — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SC03 BGE

What car is SC03 BGE?

SC03 BGE is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SC03 BGE?

The last recorded mileage for SC03 BGE was 112,446 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SC03 BGE passed its MOT?

SC03 BGE has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2018.

Is SC03 BGE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC03 BGE 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 SC03 BGE?

SC03 BGE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.