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SH03 VVW

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 109,009 miles on the clock, averaging 7,533 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 SH03 VVW

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,009
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,533

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 reading109,009 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,620
Average per year7,533
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH03 VVW 30k49k69k89k109k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage109,009 miles
Since last MOT+8,620 miles
PASS
Mileage100,389 miles
Since last MOT+64 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,325 miles
Since last MOT+7,123 miles
PASS
Mileage93,202 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,202 miles
Since last MOT+11,941 miles
PASS
Mileage81,261 miles
Since last MOT+18,076 miles
PASS
Mileage63,185 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,185 miles
Since last MOT+1,741 miles
PASS
Mileage61,444 miles
Since last MOT+3,199 miles
PASS
Mileage58,245 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,238 miles
Since last MOT+3,709 miles
PASS
Mileage54,529 miles
Since last MOT+4,441 miles
PASS
Mileage50,088 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,088 miles
Since last MOT+5,509 miles
PASS
Mileage44,579 miles
Since last MOT+8,003 miles
PASS
Mileage36,576 miles
Since last MOT+6,970 miles
PASS
Mileage29,606 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

RegistrationSH03 VVW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SH03 VVW

What car is SH03 VVW?

SH03 VVW is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SH03 VVW?

The last recorded mileage for SH03 VVW was 109,009 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH03 VVW passed its MOT?

SH03 VVW has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 10 Oct 2016.

Is SH03 VVW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH03 VVW 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 SH03 VVW?

SH03 VVW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.