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RV03 UPH

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 82,672 miles on the clock, averaging 2,484 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 RV03 UPH

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,672
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,484

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading82,672 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,484
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 UPH 41k51k62k72k83k '06'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,672 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,672 miles
Since last MOT+388 miles
PASS
Mileage82,284 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,284 miles
Since last MOT+680 miles
PASS
Mileage81,604 miles
Since last MOT+1,884 miles
PASS
Mileage79,720 miles
Since last MOT+3,514 miles
PASS
Mileage76,206 miles
Since last MOT+2,243 miles
PASS
Mileage73,963 miles
Since last MOT+2,299 miles
PASS
Mileage71,664 miles
Since last MOT+2,488 miles
PASS
Mileage69,176 miles
Since last MOT+3,053 miles
PASS
Mileage66,123 miles
Since last MOT+3,137 miles
PASS
Mileage62,986 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,962 miles
PASS
Mileage80,186 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,183 miles
Since last MOT+23,870 miles
PASS
Mileage56,313 miles
Since last MOT+2,755 miles
PASS
Mileage53,558 miles
Since last MOT+2,154 miles
PASS
Mileage51,404 miles
Since last MOT+3,858 miles
PASS
Mileage47,546 miles
Since last MOT+2,215 miles
PASS
Mileage45,331 miles
Since last MOT+3,628 miles
PASS
Mileage41,703 miles
Since last MOT+608 miles
PASS
Mileage41,095 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 UPH
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 UPH

What car is RV03 UPH?

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

What is the mileage of RV03 UPH?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 UPH was 82,672 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 UPH passed its MOT?

RV03 UPH has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2022.

Is RV03 UPH ULEZ compliant?

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

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