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SF03 BDR

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 115,463 miles on the clock, averaging 10,866 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 SF03 BDR

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,463
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
10,866

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading115,463 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,866
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SF03 BDR 38k58k77k96k115k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,463 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,463 miles
Since last MOT+5,482 miles
PASS
Mileage109,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,981 miles
Since last MOT+6,465 miles
PASS
Mileage103,516 miles
Since last MOT+14,609 miles
PASS
Mileage88,907 miles
Since last MOT+14,337 miles
PASS
Mileage74,570 miles
Since last MOT+12,972 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,598 miles
Since last MOT+13,076 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,522 miles
Since last MOT+10,314 miles
PASS
Mileage38,208 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

RegistrationSF03 BDR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSF — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SF03 BDR

What car is SF03 BDR?

SF03 BDR is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SF03 BDR?

The last recorded mileage for SF03 BDR was 115,463 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SF03 BDR passed its MOT?

SF03 BDR has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2013.

Is SF03 BDR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF03 BDR 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 SF03 BDR?

SF03 BDR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.