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RX03 MXK

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 103,841 miles on the clock, averaging 7,852 miles per year, around 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 MXK

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,841
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,852

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading103,841 miles
Reading date
Miles last year277
Average per year7,852
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RX03 MXK 25k45k64k84k104k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,841 miles
Since last MOT+277 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,564 miles
Since last MOT+9,545 miles
PASS
Mileage94,019 miles
Since last MOT+9,411 miles
PASS
Mileage84,608 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,608 miles
Since last MOT+11,726 miles
PASS
Mileage72,882 miles
Since last MOT+348 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,534 miles
Since last MOT+14,565 miles
PASS
Mileage57,969 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,948 miles
Since last MOT+271 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,677 miles
Since last MOT+4,043 miles
PASS
Mileage53,634 miles
Since last MOT+4,680 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,954 miles
Since last MOT+4,653 miles
PASS
Mileage44,301 miles
Since last MOT+5,718 miles
PASS
Mileage38,583 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,562 miles
Since last MOT+5,585 miles
PASS
Mileage32,977 miles
Since last MOT+7,988 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,989 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 MXK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRX — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RX03 MXK

What car is RX03 MXK?

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

What is the mileage of RX03 MXK?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 MXK was 103,841 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 MXK passed its MOT?

RX03 MXK has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2016.

Is RX03 MXK ULEZ compliant?

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

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