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RX03 SFN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 92,057 miles on the clock, averaging 4,324 miles per year, well 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 SFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,057
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,324

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading92,057 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,324
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RX03 SFN 21k39k57k74k92k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,057 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,057 miles
Since last MOT+2,931 miles
PASS
Mileage89,126 miles
Since last MOT+177 miles
PASS
Mileage88,949 miles
Since last MOT+3,758 miles
PASS
Mileage85,191 miles
Since last MOT+1,579 miles
PASS
Mileage83,612 miles
Since last MOT+985 miles
PASS
Mileage82,627 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,623 miles
Since last MOT+1,404 miles
PASS
Mileage81,219 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,219 miles
Since last MOT+5,533 miles
PASS
Mileage75,686 miles
Since last MOT+6,433 miles
PASS
Mileage69,253 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,251 miles
Since last MOT+5,283 miles
PASS
Mileage63,968 miles
Since last MOT+7,951 miles
PASS
Mileage56,017 miles
Since last MOT+7,630 miles
PASS
Mileage48,387 miles
Since last MOT+8,201 miles
PASS
Mileage40,186 miles
Since last MOT+7,405 miles
PASS
Mileage32,781 miles
Since last MOT+11,544 miles
PASS
Mileage21,237 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 SFN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRX — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RX03 SFN

What car is RX03 SFN?

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

What is the mileage of RX03 SFN?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 SFN was 92,057 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 SFN passed its MOT?

RX03 SFN has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2023.

Is RX03 SFN ULEZ compliant?

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

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