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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 46,539 miles on the clock, averaging 2,170 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 GU03 ELW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,539 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,170 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GU03 ELW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GU03 ELW
What car is GU03 ELW?
GU03 ELW is a green Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU03 ELW?
The last recorded mileage for GU03 ELW was 46,539 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU03 ELW passed its MOT?
GU03 ELW has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2023.
Is GU03 ELW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU03 ELW 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 GU03 ELW?
GU03 ELW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.