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SP03 OTZ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Dundee, 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 116,885 miles on the clock, averaging 6,525 miles per year, 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 SP03 OTZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,885
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,525

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading116,885 miles
Reading date
Miles last year125
Average per year6,525
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SP03 OTZ 51k68k84k100k117k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,885 miles
Since last MOT+125 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,760 miles
Since last MOT+6,091 miles
PASS
Mileage110,669 miles
Since last MOT+6,013 miles
PASS
Mileage104,656 miles
Since last MOT+5,646 miles
PASS
Mileage99,010 miles
Since last MOT+5,146 miles
PASS
Mileage93,864 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,864 miles
Since last MOT+6,947 miles
PASS
Mileage86,917 miles
Since last MOT+5,591 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,326 miles
Since last MOT+6,662 miles
PASS
Mileage74,664 miles
Since last MOT+6,172 miles
PASS
Mileage68,492 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,492 miles
Since last MOT+7,118 miles
PASS
Mileage61,374 miles
Since last MOT+10,051 miles
PASS
Mileage51,323 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

RegistrationSP03 OTZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SP03 OTZ

What car is SP03 OTZ?

SP03 OTZ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.

What is the mileage of SP03 OTZ?

The last recorded mileage for SP03 OTZ was 116,885 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP03 OTZ passed its MOT?

SP03 OTZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2016.

Is SP03 OTZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP03 OTZ 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 SP03 OTZ?

SP03 OTZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.