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RA03 PFY

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 47,109 miles on the clock, averaging 571 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 RA03 PFY

MOT Status
Due date passed
47,109
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
571

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 reading47,109 miles
Reading date
Average per year571
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA03 PFY 42k43k44k46k47k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage47,109 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,109 miles
Since last MOT+4,224 miles
PASS
Mileage42,885 miles
Since last MOT+9,461 miles
PASS
Mileage33,424 miles
Since last MOT+7,330 miles
PASS
Mileage26,094 miles
Since last MOT+6,571 miles
PASS
Mileage19,523 miles
Since last MOT+11,137 miles
PASS
Mileage8,386 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage8,379 miles
PASS
Mileage97,988 miles
Since last MOT+20,036 miles
PASS
Mileage77,952 miles
Since last MOT+21,023 miles
PASS
Mileage56,929 miles
Since last MOT+15,210 miles
PASS
Mileage41,719 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

RegistrationRA03 PFY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RA03 PFY

What car is RA03 PFY?

RA03 PFY is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RA03 PFY?

The last recorded mileage for RA03 PFY was 47,109 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA03 PFY passed its MOT?

RA03 PFY has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2016.

Is RA03 PFY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA03 PFY 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 RA03 PFY?

RA03 PFY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.