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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 225,280 miles on the clock, averaging 9,161 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 LW03 UPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 225,280 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,893 |
| Average per year | 9,161 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LW03 UPE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About LW03 UPE
What car is LW03 UPE?
LW03 UPE is an red Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.
What is the mileage of LW03 UPE?
The last recorded mileage for LW03 UPE was 225,280 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW03 UPE passed its MOT?
LW03 UPE has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.
Is LW03 UPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW03 UPE 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 LW03 UPE?
LW03 UPE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.