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SN03 MHZ

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 24,917 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for SN03 MHZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
24,917
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading24,917 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-224,798
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN03 MHZ 62k62k62k62k62k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage24,917 miles
FAIL
Mileage249,715 miles
Since last MOT+16,057 miles
PASS
Mileage233,658 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage233,652 miles
Since last MOT+14,505 miles
PASS
Mileage219,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage219,147 miles
Since last MOT+17,188 miles
PASS
Mileage201,959 miles
FAIL
Mileage201,982 miles
Since last MOT+38,606 miles
PASS
Mileage163,376 miles
Since last MOT+64,286 miles
PASS
Mileage99,090 miles
Since last MOT+14,315 miles
PASS
Mileage84,775 miles
Since last MOT+9,481 miles
PASS
Mileage75,294 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,294 miles
Since last MOT+12,883 miles
PASS
Mileage62,411 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

RegistrationSN03 MHZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SN03 MHZ

What car is SN03 MHZ?

SN03 MHZ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SN03 MHZ?

The last recorded mileage for SN03 MHZ was 24,917 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN03 MHZ passed its MOT?

SN03 MHZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2015.

Is SN03 MHZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN03 MHZ 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 SN03 MHZ?

SN03 MHZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.