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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 140,890 miles on the clock, averaging 9,783 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 SO03 VXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,890 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 730 |
| Average per year | 9,783 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SO03 VXM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SO03 VXM
What car is SO03 VXM?
SO03 VXM is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO03 VXM?
The last recorded mileage for SO03 VXM was 140,890 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO03 VXM passed its MOT?
SO03 VXM has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Aug 2015.
Is SO03 VXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO03 VXM 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 SO03 VXM?
SO03 VXM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.