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SD03 EKZ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 79,829 miles on the clock, averaging 4,139 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 SD03 EKZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,829
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,139

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

Low mileage
Latest reading79,829 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13
Average per year4,139
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SD03 EKZ 21k35k50k65k80k '06'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,829 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,816 miles
Since last MOT+10,391 miles
PASS
Mileage69,425 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,405 miles
Since last MOT+11,339 miles
PASS
Mileage58,066 miles
Since last MOT+111 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,955 miles
Since last MOT+8,364 miles
PASS
Mileage49,591 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,591 miles
Since last MOT+8,655 miles
PASS
Mileage40,936 miles
Since last MOT+12,270 miles
PASS
Mileage28,666 miles
Since last MOT+3,685 miles
PASS
Mileage24,981 miles
Since last MOT+5,225 miles
PASS
Mileage19,756 miles
Since last MOT+5,087 miles
PASS
Mileage14,669 miles
Since last MOT+4,680 miles
PASS
Mileage9,989 miles
PASS
Mileage47,446 miles
Since last MOT+4,826 miles
PASS
Mileage42,620 miles
Since last MOT+4,622 miles
PASS
Mileage37,998 miles
Since last MOT+7,186 miles
PASS
Mileage30,812 miles
Since last MOT+10,175 miles
PASS
Mileage20,637 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 EKZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SD03 EKZ

What car is SD03 EKZ?

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

What is the mileage of SD03 EKZ?

The last recorded mileage for SD03 EKZ was 79,829 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD03 EKZ passed its MOT?

SD03 EKZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2020.

Is SD03 EKZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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