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RX03 MXA

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 111,075 miles on the clock, averaging 9,943 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 RX03 MXA

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,075
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,943

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 reading111,075 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,943
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RX03 MXA 31k51k71k91k111k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,075 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,075 miles
Since last MOT+16,631 miles
PASS
Mileage94,444 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,444 miles
Since last MOT+10,625 miles
PASS
Mileage83,819 miles
Since last MOT+7,787 miles
PASS
Mileage76,032 miles
Since last MOT+9,052 miles
PASS
Mileage66,980 miles
Since last MOT+10,058 miles
PASS
Mileage56,922 miles
Since last MOT+7,465 miles
PASS
Mileage49,457 miles
Since last MOT+9,790 miles
PASS
Mileage39,667 miles
Since last MOT+8,785 miles
PASS
Mileage30,882 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

RegistrationRX03 MXA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRX — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RX03 MXA

What car is RX03 MXA?

RX03 MXA is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RX03 MXA?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 MXA was 111,075 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 MXA passed its MOT?

RX03 MXA has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2014.

Is RX03 MXA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX03 MXA 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 RX03 MXA?

RX03 MXA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.