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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 118,787 miles on the clock, averaging 4,983 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 NL03 FRD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 118,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 309 |
| Average per year | 4,983 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | NL03 FRD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About NL03 FRD
What car is NL03 FRD?
NL03 FRD is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL03 FRD?
The last recorded mileage for NL03 FRD was 118,787 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL03 FRD passed its MOT?
NL03 FRD has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 14 Feb 2023.
Is NL03 FRD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL03 FRD 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 NL03 FRD?
NL03 FRD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.