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SD53 OFH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 103,106 miles on the clock, averaging 7,808 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 SD53 OFH

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,106
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,808

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading103,106 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,186
Average per year7,808
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD53 OFH 17k39k60k82k103k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,106 miles
Since last MOT+5,186 miles
PASS
Mileage97,920 miles
Since last MOT+292 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,628 miles
Since last MOT+6,887 miles
PASS
Mileage90,741 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,741 miles
Since last MOT+15,689 miles
PASS
Mileage75,052 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,025 miles
Since last MOT+7,340 miles
PASS
Mileage67,685 miles
Since last MOT+5,946 miles
PASS
Mileage61,739 miles
Since last MOT+6,832 miles
PASS
Mileage54,907 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,896 miles
Since last MOT+7,998 miles
PASS
Mileage46,898 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,898 miles
Since last MOT+7,773 miles
PASS
Mileage39,125 miles
Since last MOT+8,021 miles
PASS
Mileage31,104 miles
Since last MOT+6,807 miles
PASS
Mileage24,297 miles
Since last MOT+6,929 miles
PASS
Mileage17,368 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

RegistrationSD53 OFH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SD53 OFH

What car is SD53 OFH?

SD53 OFH is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SD53 OFH?

The last recorded mileage for SD53 OFH was 103,106 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD53 OFH passed its MOT?

SD53 OFH has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2017.

Is SD53 OFH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD53 OFH 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 SD53 OFH?

SD53 OFH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.