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SY03 FLB

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 160,386 miles on the clock, averaging 11,190 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 FLB

MOT Status
Due date passed
160,386
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,190

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 reading160,386 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,190
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SY03 FLB 39k69k100k130k160k '06'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,386 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,386 miles
Since last MOT+4,595 miles
PASS
Mileage155,791 miles
Since last MOT+159 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,632 miles
Since last MOT+5,481 miles
PASS
Mileage150,151 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,151 miles
Since last MOT+14,449 miles
PASS
Mileage135,702 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,685 miles
Since last MOT+15,609 miles
PASS
Mileage120,076 miles
Since last MOT+11,659 miles
PASS
Mileage108,417 miles
Since last MOT+9,753 miles
PASS
Mileage98,664 miles
Since last MOT+12,926 miles
PASS
Mileage85,738 miles
Since last MOT+10,783 miles
PASS
Mileage74,955 miles
Since last MOT+8,836 miles
PASS
Mileage66,119 miles
Since last MOT+15,928 miles
PASS
Mileage50,191 miles
Since last MOT+11,338 miles
PASS
Mileage38,853 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 FLB
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 FLB

What car is SY03 FLB?

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

What is the mileage of SY03 FLB?

The last recorded mileage for SY03 FLB was 160,386 miles, recorded on 31 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY03 FLB passed its MOT?

SY03 FLB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2017.

Is SY03 FLB ULEZ compliant?

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

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