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RV03 UJT

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 131,343 miles on the clock, averaging 11,851 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 RV03 UJT

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,343
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,851

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 reading131,343 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,809
Average per year11,851
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 UJT 29k54k80k106k131k '06'14'10

Check RV03 UJT

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,343 miles
Since last MOT+19,809 miles
PASS
Mileage111,534 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,534 miles
Since last MOT+25,064 miles
PASS
Mileage86,470 miles
Since last MOT+25,903 miles
PASS
Mileage60,567 miles
Since last MOT+3,630 miles
PASS
Mileage56,937 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,902 miles
Since last MOT+6,041 miles
PASS
Mileage50,861 miles
Since last MOT+7,781 miles
PASS
Mileage43,080 miles
Since last MOT+2,509 miles
PASS
Mileage40,571 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,571 miles
Since last MOT+5,544 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,027 miles
Since last MOT+6,336 miles
PASS
Mileage28,691 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

RegistrationRV03 UJT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RV03 UJT

What car is RV03 UJT?

RV03 UJT is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RV03 UJT?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 UJT was 131,343 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 UJT passed its MOT?

RV03 UJT has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2014.

Is RV03 UJT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV03 UJT 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 RV03 UJT?

RV03 UJT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.