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SL03 CPX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 73,668 miles on the clock, averaging 2,762 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 SL03 CPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,668
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
2,762

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 reading73,668 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year2,762
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL03 CPX 46k53k60k67k74k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,668 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,660 miles
Since last MOT+6,277 miles
PASS
Mileage67,383 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,345 miles
Since last MOT+7,462 miles
PASS
Mileage59,883 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,881 miles
Since last MOT+7,463 miles
PASS
Mileage52,418 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,409 miles
Since last MOT+7,016 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,393 miles
Since last MOT+6,908 miles
PASS
Mileage38,485 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,480 miles
Since last MOT+4,923 miles
PASS
Mileage33,557 miles
Since last MOT+7,746 miles
PASS
Mileage25,811 miles
Since last MOT+11,616 miles
PASS
Mileage14,195 miles
Since last MOT+12,762 miles
PASS
Mileage1,433 miles
PASS
Mileage46,256 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

RegistrationSL03 CPX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SL03 CPX

What car is SL03 CPX?

SL03 CPX is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL03 CPX?

The last recorded mileage for SL03 CPX was 73,668 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL03 CPX passed its MOT?

SL03 CPX has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2016.

Is SL03 CPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL03 CPX 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 SL03 CPX?

SL03 CPX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.