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BG03 XSN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

White Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourWhite
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 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 134,242 miles on the clock, averaging 8,992 miles per year, around 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 BG03 XSN

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,242
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,992

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,242 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,610
Average per year8,992
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BG03 XSN 34k59k84k109k134k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage134,242 miles
Since last MOT+9,610 miles
PASS
Mileage124,632 miles
Since last MOT+11,883 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,749 miles
Since last MOT+12,724 miles
PASS
Mileage100,025 miles
Since last MOT+243 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,782 miles
Since last MOT+10,064 miles
PASS
Mileage89,718 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,650 miles
Since last MOT+8,969 miles
PASS
Mileage80,681 miles
Since last MOT+8,168 miles
PASS
Mileage72,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,513 miles
Since last MOT+5,957 miles
PASS
Mileage66,556 miles
Since last MOT+5,541 miles
PASS
Mileage61,015 miles
Since last MOT+7,536 miles
PASS
Mileage53,479 miles
Since last MOT+8,149 miles
PASS
Mileage45,330 miles
Since last MOT+11,153 miles
PASS
Mileage34,177 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,134 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

RegistrationBG03 XSN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBG — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About BG03 XSN

What car is BG03 XSN?

BG03 XSN is a white Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BG03 XSN?

The last recorded mileage for BG03 XSN was 134,242 miles, recorded on 8 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BG03 XSN passed its MOT?

BG03 XSN has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 8 May 2017.

Is BG03 XSN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG03 XSN 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 BG03 XSN?

BG03 XSN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.