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RL03 NNV

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 139,004 miles on the clock, averaging 11,430 miles per year, above 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 RL03 NNV

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,004
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
11,430

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,004 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,239
Average per year11,430
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RL03 NNV 36k62k88k113k139k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,004 miles
Since last MOT+13,239 miles
PASS
Mileage125,765 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,764 miles
Since last MOT+16,863 miles
PASS
Mileage108,901 miles
Since last MOT+12,485 miles
PASS
Mileage96,416 miles
Since last MOT+12,080 miles
PASS
Mileage84,336 miles
Since last MOT+7,939 miles
PASS
Mileage76,397 miles
Since last MOT+8,250 miles
PASS
Mileage68,147 miles
Since last MOT+8,397 miles
PASS
Mileage59,750 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,750 miles
Since last MOT+12,368 miles
PASS
Mileage47,382 miles
Since last MOT+10,979 miles
PASS
Mileage36,403 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

RegistrationRL03 NNV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RL03 NNV

What car is RL03 NNV?

RL03 NNV is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RL03 NNV?

The last recorded mileage for RL03 NNV was 139,004 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL03 NNV passed its MOT?

RL03 NNV has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2015.

Is RL03 NNV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL03 NNV 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 RL03 NNV?

RL03 NNV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.