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RV03 UMY

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 115,581 miles on the clock, averaging 12,844 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 UMY

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,581
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
12,844

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading115,581 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23,015
Average per year12,844
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 UMY 30k52k73k94k116k '06'12'09

Check RV03 UMY

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,581 miles
Since last MOT+23,015 miles
PASS
Mileage92,566 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,558 miles
Since last MOT+7,311 miles
PASS
Mileage85,247 miles
Since last MOT+13,601 miles
PASS
Mileage71,646 miles
Since last MOT+14,294 miles
PASS
Mileage57,352 miles
Since last MOT+7,513 miles
PASS
Mileage49,839 miles
Since last MOT+9,110 miles
PASS
Mileage40,729 miles
Since last MOT+10,346 miles
PASS
Mileage30,383 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 UMY
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 UMY

What car is RV03 UMY?

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

What is the mileage of RV03 UMY?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 UMY was 115,581 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 UMY passed its MOT?

RV03 UMY has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Sep 2012.

Is RV03 UMY ULEZ compliant?

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

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