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RX03 PFU

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 99,125 miles on the clock, averaging 5,295 miles per year, 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 RX03 PFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,125
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,295

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,125 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,524
Average per year5,295
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RX03 PFU 28k45k63k81k99k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,125 miles
Since last MOT+8,524 miles
PASS
Mileage90,601 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,594 miles
Since last MOT+2,944 miles
PASS
Mileage87,650 miles
Since last MOT+4,647 miles
PASS
Mileage83,003 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,003 miles
Since last MOT+3,690 miles
PASS
Mileage79,313 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,310 miles
Since last MOT+3,436 miles
PASS
Mileage75,874 miles
Since last MOT+6,832 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,042 miles
Since last MOT+7,981 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,061 miles
Since last MOT+10,943 miles
PASS
Mileage50,118 miles
Since last MOT+4,513 miles
PASS
Mileage45,605 miles
Since last MOT+3,954 miles
PASS
Mileage41,651 miles
Since last MOT+3,785 miles
PASS
Mileage37,866 miles
Since last MOT+4,167 miles
PASS
Mileage33,699 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,697 miles
Since last MOT+6,129 miles
PASS
Mileage27,568 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 PFU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRX — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RX03 PFU

What car is RX03 PFU?

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

What is the mileage of RX03 PFU?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 PFU was 99,125 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 PFU passed its MOT?

RX03 PFU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2019.

Is RX03 PFU ULEZ compliant?

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

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