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SM03 MXD

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 100,032 miles on the clock, averaging 7,794 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 SM03 MXD

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,032
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,794

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 reading100,032 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,974
Average per year7,794
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM03 MXD 37k52k68k84k100k '06'14'09

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,032 miles
Since last MOT+3,974 miles
PASS
Mileage96,058 miles
Since last MOT+5,224 miles
PASS
Mileage90,834 miles
Since last MOT+5,132 miles
PASS
Mileage85,702 miles
Since last MOT+5,846 miles
PASS
Mileage79,856 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,854 miles
Since last MOT+6,239 miles
PASS
Mileage73,615 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,552 miles
Since last MOT+9,510 miles
PASS
Mileage64,042 miles
Since last MOT+8,337 miles
PASS
Mileage55,705 miles
Since last MOT+3,962 miles
PASS
Mileage51,743 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,743 miles
Since last MOT+15,220 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,523 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

RegistrationSM03 MXD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SM03 MXD

What car is SM03 MXD?

SM03 MXD is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SM03 MXD?

The last recorded mileage for SM03 MXD was 100,032 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM03 MXD passed its MOT?

SM03 MXD has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2014.

Is SM03 MXD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 MXD 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 SM03 MXD?

SM03 MXD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.