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RJ53 ENN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 113,778 miles on the clock, averaging 3,940 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 RJ53 ENN

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,778
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
3,940

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

Low mileage
Latest reading113,778 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,940
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ53 ENN 75k85k94k104k114k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,778 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,778 miles
Since last MOT+9,180 miles
PASS
Mileage104,598 miles
Since last MOT+6,841 miles
PASS
Mileage97,757 miles
Since last MOT+2,808 miles
PASS
Mileage94,949 miles
Since last MOT+3,399 miles
PASS
Mileage91,550 miles
Since last MOT+4,284 miles
PASS
Mileage87,266 miles
Since last MOT+5,859 miles
PASS
Mileage81,407 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,406 miles
Since last MOT+6,407 miles
PASS
Mileage74,999 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

RegistrationRJ53 ENN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About RJ53 ENN

What car is RJ53 ENN?

RJ53 ENN is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RJ53 ENN?

The last recorded mileage for RJ53 ENN was 113,778 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ53 ENN passed its MOT?

RJ53 ENN has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2016.

Is RJ53 ENN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 ENN 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 RJ53 ENN?

RJ53 ENN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.