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 1796cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 140,968 miles on the clock, averaging 10,098 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for BU03 SZL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,968 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,098 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU03 SZL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BU03 SZL
What car is BU03 SZL?
BU03 SZL is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BU03 SZL?
The last recorded mileage for BU03 SZL was 140,968 miles, recorded on 2 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU03 SZL passed its MOT?
BU03 SZL has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2017.
Is BU03 SZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU03 SZL 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 BU03 SZL?
BU03 SZL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.