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RF03 KJV

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 133,380 miles on the clock, averaging 6,945 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 RF03 KJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,380
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,945

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading133,380 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,480
Average per year6,945
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF03 KJV 43k65k88k111k133k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage133,380 miles
Since last MOT+6,480 miles
PASS
Mileage126,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,900 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
PASS
Mileage122,070 miles
Since last MOT+4,665 miles
PASS
Mileage117,405 miles
Since last MOT+6,854 miles
PASS
Mileage110,551 miles
Since last MOT+11,692 miles
PASS
Mileage98,859 miles
Since last MOT+10,378 miles
PASS
Mileage88,481 miles
Since last MOT+6,073 miles
PASS
Mileage82,408 miles
Since last MOT+6,601 miles
PASS
Mileage75,807 miles
Since last MOT+5,339 miles
PASS
Mileage70,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,468 miles
Since last MOT+6,515 miles
PASS
Mileage63,953 miles
Since last MOT+225 miles
PASS
Mileage63,728 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,681 miles
Since last MOT+12,924 miles
PASS
Mileage50,757 miles
Since last MOT+2,356 miles
PASS
Mileage48,401 miles
Since last MOT+5,816 miles
PASS
Mileage42,585 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 KJV
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 KJV

What car is RF03 KJV?

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

What is the mileage of RF03 KJV?

The last recorded mileage for RF03 KJV was 133,380 miles, recorded on 29 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF03 KJV passed its MOT?

RF03 KJV has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 29 May 2019.

Is RF03 KJV ULEZ compliant?

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

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