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SN03 SVY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 143,573 miles on the clock, averaging 14,099 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 SN03 SVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,573
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
14,099

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 reading143,573 miles
Reading date
Miles last year756
Average per year14,099
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SN03 SVY 58k79k101k122k144k '06'12'09

Check SN03 SVY

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,573 miles
Since last MOT+756 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,817 miles
Since last MOT+27,135 miles
PASS
Mileage115,682 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,682 miles
Since last MOT+14,212 miles
PASS
Mileage101,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,470 miles
Since last MOT+11,902 miles
PASS
Mileage89,568 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,568 miles
Since last MOT+31,936 miles
PASS
Mileage57,632 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 SVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SN03 SVY

What car is SN03 SVY?

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

What is the mileage of SN03 SVY?

The last recorded mileage for SN03 SVY was 143,573 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN03 SVY passed its MOT?

SN03 SVY has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2012.

Is SN03 SVY ULEZ compliant?

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

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