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 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 65,173 miles on the clock, averaging 2,800 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BV03 LYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 65,173 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 840 |
| Average per year | 2,800 |
| 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 | BV03 LYA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BV03 LYA
What car is BV03 LYA?
BV03 LYA is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV03 LYA?
The last recorded mileage for BV03 LYA was 65,173 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV03 LYA passed its MOT?
BV03 LYA has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2020.
Is BV03 LYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV03 LYA 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 BV03 LYA?
BV03 LYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.