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RX03 RHZ

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 111,769 miles on the clock, averaging 14,912 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 RHZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,769
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
14,912

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 reading111,769 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,890
Average per year14,912
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RX03 RHZ 39k57k75k94k112k '06'11'09

Check RX03 RHZ

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,769 miles
Since last MOT+5,890 miles
PASS
Mileage105,879 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,811 miles
Since last MOT+33,058 miles
PASS
Mileage72,753 miles
Since last MOT+21,274 miles
PASS
Mileage51,479 miles
Since last MOT+11,328 miles
PASS
Mileage40,151 miles
Since last MOT+1,130 miles
PASS
Mileage39,021 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 RHZ
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 RHZ

What car is RX03 RHZ?

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

What is the mileage of RX03 RHZ?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 RHZ was 111,769 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 RHZ passed its MOT?

RX03 RHZ has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Jan 2011.

Is RX03 RHZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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