Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 159,290 miles on the clock, averaging 7,009 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for RF53 JWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,290 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,849 |
| Average per year | 7,009 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF53 JWJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RF53 JWJ
What car is RF53 JWJ?
RF53 JWJ is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF53 JWJ?
The last recorded mileage for RF53 JWJ was 159,290 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF53 JWJ passed its MOT?
RF53 JWJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Dec 2015.
Is RF53 JWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 JWJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RF53 JWJ?
RF53 JWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.