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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 162,019 miles on the clock, averaging 6,823 miles per year, below 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 VX03 HPL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 162,019 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,990 |
| Average per year | 6,823 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VX03 HPL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VX — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About VX03 HPL
What car is VX03 HPL?
VX03 HPL is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VX03 HPL?
The last recorded mileage for VX03 HPL was 162,019 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX03 HPL passed its MOT?
VX03 HPL has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 7 Jan 2021.
Is VX03 HPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX03 HPL 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 VX03 HPL?
VX03 HPL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.