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SY03 UXM

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Inverness, 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 120,938 miles on the clock, averaging 11,730 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 UXM

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,938
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,730

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 reading120,938 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,058
Average per year11,730
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SY03 UXM 40k60k81k101k121k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,938 miles
Since last MOT+9,058 miles
PASS
Mileage111,880 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,880 miles
Since last MOT+10,200 miles
PASS
Mileage101,680 miles
Since last MOT+12,576 miles
PASS
Mileage89,104 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,104 miles
Since last MOT+12,180 miles
PASS
Mileage76,924 miles
Since last MOT+156 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,768 miles
Since last MOT+12,162 miles
PASS
Mileage64,606 miles
Since last MOT+125 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,481 miles
Since last MOT+13,408 miles
PASS
Mileage51,073 miles
Since last MOT+10,894 miles
PASS
Mileage40,179 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 UXM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SY03 UXM

What car is SY03 UXM?

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

What is the mileage of SY03 UXM?

The last recorded mileage for SY03 UXM was 120,938 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY03 UXM passed its MOT?

SY03 UXM has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2013.

Is SY03 UXM ULEZ compliant?

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

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