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RX03 NXK

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 76,495 miles on the clock, averaging 7,605 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 NXK

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,495
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
7,605

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading76,495 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,605
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RX03 NXK 45k53k61k69k76k '06'10'09

Check RX03 NXK

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,495 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,493 miles
Since last MOT+6,208 miles
PASS
Mileage70,285 miles
Since last MOT+4,579 miles
PASS
Mileage65,706 miles
Since last MOT+8,820 miles
PASS
Mileage56,886 miles
Since last MOT+11,664 miles
PASS
Mileage45,222 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 NXK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRX — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RX03 NXK

What car is RX03 NXK?

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

What is the mileage of RX03 NXK?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 NXK was 76,495 miles, recorded on 14 May 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 NXK passed its MOT?

RX03 NXK has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 May 2010.

Is RX03 NXK ULEZ compliant?

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

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