Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 138,717 miles on the clock, averaging 9,159 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BG03 MXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,717 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,679 |
| Average per year | 9,159 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG03 MXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BG03 MXL
What car is BG03 MXL?
BG03 MXL is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG03 MXL?
The last recorded mileage for BG03 MXL was 138,717 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG03 MXL passed its MOT?
BG03 MXL has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2017.
Is BG03 MXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG03 MXL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG03 MXL?
BG03 MXL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.