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SY03 FLA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Inverness, 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 140,976 miles on the clock, averaging 10,788 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 SY03 FLA

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,976
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,788

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading140,976 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,621
Average per year10,788
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY03 FLA 43k68k92k116k141k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,976 miles
Since last MOT+10,621 miles
PASS
Mileage130,355 miles
Since last MOT+6,304 miles
PASS
Mileage124,051 miles
Since last MOT+8,999 miles
PASS
Mileage115,052 miles
Since last MOT+9,019 miles
PASS
Mileage106,033 miles
Since last MOT+9,902 miles
PASS
Mileage96,131 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,125 miles
Since last MOT+8,939 miles
PASS
Mileage87,186 miles
Since last MOT+13,145 miles
PASS
Mileage74,041 miles
Since last MOT+20,337 miles
PASS
Mileage53,704 miles
Since last MOT+10,661 miles
PASS
Mileage43,043 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

RegistrationSY03 FLA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SY03 FLA

What car is SY03 FLA?

SY03 FLA is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.

What is the mileage of SY03 FLA?

The last recorded mileage for SY03 FLA was 140,976 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY03 FLA passed its MOT?

SY03 FLA has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Aug 2015.

Is SY03 FLA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY03 FLA 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 SY03 FLA?

SY03 FLA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.