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AV03 RXL

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 90,267 miles on the clock, averaging 2,336 miles per year, well below 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 RXL

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,267
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
2,336

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading90,267 miles
Reading date
Miles last year63
Average per year2,336
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV03 RXL 64k71k77k84k90k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,267 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,204 miles
Since last MOT+4,892 miles
PASS
Mileage85,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,312 miles
Since last MOT+5,107 miles
PASS
Mileage80,205 miles
Since last MOT+131 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,074 miles
Since last MOT+6,600 miles
PASS
Mileage73,474 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,474 miles
Since last MOT+5,826 miles
PASS
Mileage67,648 miles
Since last MOT+3,158 miles
PASS
Mileage64,490 miles
Since last MOT+16,990 miles
PASS
Mileage47,500 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,500 miles
Since last MOT+17,188 miles
PASS
Mileage30,312 miles
Since last MOT+18,114 miles
PASS
Mileage12,198 miles
PASS
Mileage98,251 miles
Since last MOT+16,757 miles
PASS
Mileage81,494 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,494 miles
Since last MOT+17,337 miles
PASS
Mileage64,157 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 RXL
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 RXL

What car is AV03 RXL?

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

What is the mileage of AV03 RXL?

The last recorded mileage for AV03 RXL was 90,267 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV03 RXL passed its MOT?

AV03 RXL has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2017.

Is AV03 RXL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV03 RXL 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 RXL?

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