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SV03 NEJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Aberdeen, 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 49,504 miles on the clock, averaging 4,907 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 SV03 NEJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
49,504
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
4,907

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 reading49,504 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,204
Average per year4,907
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SV03 NEJ 16k24k33k41k50k '06'13'09

Check SV03 NEJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage49,504 miles
Since last MOT+3,204 miles
PASS
Mileage46,300 miles
Since last MOT+3,550 miles
PASS
Mileage42,750 miles
Since last MOT+3,763 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,987 miles
Since last MOT+4,572 miles
PASS
Mileage34,415 miles
Since last MOT+6,981 miles
PASS
Mileage27,434 miles
Since last MOT+6,047 miles
PASS
Mileage21,387 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,387 miles
Since last MOT+5,403 miles
PASS
Mileage15,984 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

RegistrationSV03 NEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSV — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SV03 NEJ

What car is SV03 NEJ?

SV03 NEJ is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.

What is the mileage of SV03 NEJ?

The last recorded mileage for SV03 NEJ was 49,504 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SV03 NEJ passed its MOT?

SV03 NEJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2013.

Is SV03 NEJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV03 NEJ 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 SV03 NEJ?

SV03 NEJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.