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RF03 EXT

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 137,683 miles on the clock, averaging 8,820 miles per year, around 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 RF03 EXT

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,683
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,820

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,683 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,316
Average per year8,820
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF03 EXT 32k58k85k111k138k '06'18'12

Check RF03 EXT

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,683 miles
Since last MOT+9,316 miles
PASS
Mileage128,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,367 miles
Since last MOT+18,936 miles
PASS
Mileage109,431 miles
Since last MOT+12,591 miles
PASS
Mileage96,840 miles
Since last MOT+11,016 miles
PASS
Mileage85,824 miles
Since last MOT+10,763 miles
PASS
Mileage75,061 miles
Since last MOT+2,039 miles
PASS
Mileage73,022 miles
Since last MOT+2,336 miles
PASS
Mileage70,686 miles
Since last MOT+2,275 miles
PASS
Mileage68,411 miles
Since last MOT+6,418 miles
PASS
Mileage61,993 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,993 miles
Since last MOT+8,460 miles
PASS
Mileage53,533 miles
Since last MOT+9,522 miles
PASS
Mileage44,011 miles
Since last MOT+12,151 miles
PASS
Mileage31,860 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

RegistrationRF03 EXT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RF03 EXT

What car is RF03 EXT?

RF03 EXT is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RF03 EXT?

The last recorded mileage for RF03 EXT was 137,683 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF03 EXT passed its MOT?

RF03 EXT has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2018.

Is RF03 EXT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF03 EXT 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 RF03 EXT?

RF03 EXT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.