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RV03 UKM

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 35,863 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for RV03 UKM

MOT Status
Due date passed
35,863
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading35,863 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 UKM 93k93k93k93k93k '06'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage35,863 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,863 miles
Since last MOT+3,312 miles
PASS
Mileage32,551 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,551 miles
Since last MOT+1,712 miles
PASS
Mileage30,839 miles
Since last MOT+1,345 miles
PASS
Mileage29,494 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,479 miles
Since last MOT+3,777 miles
PASS
Mileage25,702 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,702 miles
Since last MOT+3,681 miles
PASS
Mileage22,021 miles
Since last MOT+89 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,932 miles
Since last MOT+4,210 miles
PASS
Mileage17,722 miles
Since last MOT+7,632 miles
PASS
Mileage10,090 miles
Since last MOT+4,728 miles
PASS
Mileage5,362 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage395 miles
PASS
Mileage142,862 miles
Since last MOT+7,556 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,306 miles
Since last MOT+7,298 miles
PASS
Mileage128,008 miles
Since last MOT+11,448 miles
PASS
Mileage116,560 miles
Since last MOT+23,110 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,450 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 UKM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RV03 UKM

What car is RV03 UKM?

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

What is the mileage of RV03 UKM?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 UKM was 35,863 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 UKM passed its MOT?

RV03 UKM has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2019.

Is RV03 UKM ULEZ compliant?

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

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