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AV03 RWX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1753cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 159,267 miles on the clock, averaging 14,271 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for AV03 RWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,267
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
14,271

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading159,267 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,271
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AV03 RWX 50k77k105k132k159k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,267 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,267 miles
Since last MOT+8,475 miles
PASS
Mileage150,792 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,788 miles
Since last MOT+11,721 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,067 miles
Since last MOT+10,640 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,427 miles
Since last MOT+16,839 miles
PASS
Mileage111,588 miles
Since last MOT+20,165 miles
PASS
Mileage91,423 miles
Since last MOT+18,539 miles
PASS
Mileage72,884 miles
Since last MOT+8,842 miles
PASS
Mileage64,042 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,042 miles
Since last MOT+14,094 miles
PASS
Mileage49,948 miles

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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.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 RWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AV03 RWX

What car is AV03 RWX?

AV03 RWX is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AV03 RWX?

The last recorded mileage for AV03 RWX was 159,267 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV03 RWX passed its MOT?

AV03 RWX has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2014.

Is AV03 RWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV03 RWX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AV03 RWX?

AV03 RWX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.