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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 175,940 miles on the clock, averaging 10,866 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for MV03 XLE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,940 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,277 |
| Average per year | 10,866 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | MV03 XLE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MV — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MV03 XLE
What car is MV03 XLE?
MV03 XLE is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MV03 XLE?
The last recorded mileage for MV03 XLE was 175,940 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MV03 XLE passed its MOT?
MV03 XLE has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 1 Sep 2016.
Is MV03 XLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV03 XLE 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 MV03 XLE?
MV03 XLE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.