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RV03 URF

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 92,531 miles on the clock, averaging 23,634 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 URF

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,531
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
23,634

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 reading92,531 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23,229
Average per year23,634
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RV03 URF 40k53k66k79k93k '06'08'07

Check RV03 URF

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,531 miles
Since last MOT+23,229 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,302 miles
Since last MOT+29,241 miles
PASS
Mileage40,061 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
PASS
Mileage40,045 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 URF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RV03 URF

What car is RV03 URF?

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

What is the mileage of RV03 URF?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 URF was 92,531 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 URF passed its MOT?

RV03 URF has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jul 2008.

Is RV03 URF ULEZ compliant?

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

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