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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 114,369 miles on the clock, averaging 9,546 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 VA03 AEM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 114,369 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 9,546 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | VA03 AEM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About VA03 AEM
What car is VA03 AEM?
VA03 AEM is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VA03 AEM?
The last recorded mileage for VA03 AEM was 114,369 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA03 AEM passed its MOT?
VA03 AEM has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2018.
Is VA03 AEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA03 AEM 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 VA03 AEM?
VA03 AEM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.