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RV03 UZL

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 128,130 miles on the clock, averaging 4,616 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 UZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,130
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
4,616

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 reading128,130 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,282
Average per year4,616
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 UZL 96k104k112k120k128k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,130 miles
Since last MOT+6,282 miles
PASS
Mileage121,848 miles
PASS
Mileage142,705 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,705 miles
Since last MOT+6,851 miles
PASS
Mileage135,854 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,854 miles
Since last MOT+13,333 miles
PASS
Mileage122,521 miles
Since last MOT+9,553 miles
PASS
Mileage112,968 miles
Since last MOT+10,650 miles
PASS
Mileage102,318 miles
Since last MOT+6,066 miles
PASS
Mileage96,252 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 UZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RV03 UZL

What car is RV03 UZL?

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

What is the mileage of RV03 UZL?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 UZL was 128,130 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 UZL passed its MOT?

RV03 UZL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2013.

Is RV03 UZL ULEZ compliant?

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

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