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SC03 BVA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 193,269 miles on the clock, averaging 14,879 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 SC03 BVA

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,269
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
14,879

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 reading193,269 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,879
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SC03 BVA 75k105k134k164k193k '06'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,269 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage193,269 miles
Since last MOT+10,672 miles
PASS
Mileage182,597 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage182,597 miles
Since last MOT+13,237 miles
PASS
Mileage169,360 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,336 miles
Since last MOT+16,308 miles
PASS
Mileage153,028 miles
Since last MOT+39,856 miles
PASS
Mileage113,172 miles
PASS
Mileage117,371 miles
Since last MOT+11,598 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,773 miles
Since last MOT+6,626 miles
PASS
Mileage99,147 miles
Since last MOT+24,012 miles
PASS
Mileage75,135 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 BVA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSC — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SC03 BVA

What car is SC03 BVA?

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

What is the mileage of SC03 BVA?

The last recorded mileage for SC03 BVA was 193,269 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SC03 BVA passed its MOT?

SC03 BVA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2014.

Is SC03 BVA ULEZ compliant?

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

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