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AV03 RXX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 62,075 miles on the clock, averaging 2,898 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 RXX

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,075
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
2,898

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading62,075 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,898
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV03 RXX 30k38k46k54k62k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,075 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,075 miles
Since last MOT+4,183 miles
PASS
Mileage57,892 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,875 miles
Since last MOT+4,178 miles
PASS
Mileage53,697 miles
Since last MOT+5,387 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,310 miles
Since last MOT+7,131 miles
PASS
Mileage41,179 miles
Since last MOT+9,318 miles
PASS
Mileage31,861 miles
Since last MOT+9,188 miles
PASS
Mileage22,673 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,673 miles
Since last MOT+8,637 miles
PASS
Mileage14,036 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,036 miles
Since last MOT+7,738 miles
PASS
Mileage6,298 miles
PASS
Mileage51,877 miles
Since last MOT+10,771 miles
PASS
Mileage41,106 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,106 miles
Since last MOT+10,840 miles
PASS
Mileage30,266 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 RXX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AV03 RXX

What car is AV03 RXX?

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

What is the mileage of AV03 RXX?

The last recorded mileage for AV03 RXX was 62,075 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV03 RXX passed its MOT?

AV03 RXX has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2017.

Is AV03 RXX ULEZ compliant?

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

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