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SD03 DYB

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 127,304 miles on the clock, averaging 6,025 miles per year, 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 SD03 DYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,304
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,025

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading127,304 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,178
Average per year6,025
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD03 DYB 85k95k106k117k127k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,304 miles
Since last MOT+5,178 miles
PASS
Mileage122,126 miles
Since last MOT+5,820 miles
PASS
Mileage116,306 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,306 miles
Since last MOT+4,775 miles
PASS
Mileage111,531 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,531 miles
Since last MOT+6,503 miles
PASS
Mileage105,028 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,028 miles
Since last MOT+6,259 miles
PASS
Mileage98,769 miles
Since last MOT+7,820 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,949 miles
Since last MOT+6,296 miles
PASS
Mileage84,653 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

RegistrationSD03 DYB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SD03 DYB

What car is SD03 DYB?

SD03 DYB is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SD03 DYB?

The last recorded mileage for SD03 DYB was 127,304 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD03 DYB passed its MOT?

SD03 DYB has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2013.

Is SD03 DYB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD03 DYB 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 SD03 DYB?

SD03 DYB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.