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PX53 RZV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 102,702 miles on the clock, averaging 6,824 miles per year, 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 PX53 RZV

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,702
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,824

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

Below average
Latest reading102,702 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21
Average per year6,824
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX53 RZV 27k46k65k84k103k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,702 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,681 miles
Since last MOT+9,042 miles
PASS
Mileage93,639 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,639 miles
Since last MOT+3,620 miles
PASS
Mileage90,019 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,015 miles
Since last MOT+9,561 miles
PASS
Mileage80,454 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,454 miles
Since last MOT+15,301 miles
PASS
Mileage65,153 miles
Since last MOT+5,722 miles
PASS
Mileage59,431 miles
Since last MOT+5,768 miles
PASS
Mileage53,663 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,632 miles
Since last MOT+4,954 miles
PASS
Mileage48,678 miles
Since last MOT+4,298 miles
PASS
Mileage44,380 miles
Since last MOT+5,648 miles
PASS
Mileage38,732 miles
Since last MOT+5,977 miles
PASS
Mileage32,755 miles
Since last MOT+5,751 miles
PASS
Mileage27,004 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

RegistrationPX53 RZV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PX53 RZV

What car is PX53 RZV?

PX53 RZV is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PX53 RZV?

The last recorded mileage for PX53 RZV was 102,702 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX53 RZV passed its MOT?

PX53 RZV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2017.

Is PX53 RZV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX53 RZV 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 PX53 RZV?

PX53 RZV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.