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RX03 TOA

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 102,331 miles on the clock, averaging 4,465 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 TOA

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,331
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,465

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,331 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,332
Average per year4,465
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RX03 TOA 29k48k66k84k102k '06'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage102,331 miles
Since last MOT+1,332 miles
PASS
Mileage100,999 miles
Since last MOT+1,030 miles
PASS
Mileage99,969 miles
Since last MOT+2,252 miles
PASS
Mileage97,717 miles
Since last MOT+2,037 miles
PASS
Mileage95,680 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,669 miles
Since last MOT+2,283 miles
PASS
Mileage93,386 miles
Since last MOT+2,077 miles
PASS
Mileage91,309 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,307 miles
Since last MOT+6,229 miles
PASS
Mileage85,078 miles
Since last MOT+8,047 miles
PASS
Mileage77,031 miles
Since last MOT+5,470 miles
PASS
Mileage71,561 miles
Since last MOT+5,259 miles
PASS
Mileage66,302 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,235 miles
Since last MOT+4,972 miles
PASS
Mileage61,263 miles
Since last MOT+5,889 miles
PASS
Mileage55,374 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,373 miles
Since last MOT+7,864 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,509 miles
Since last MOT+6,839 miles
PASS
Mileage40,670 miles
Since last MOT+1,026 miles
PASS
Mileage39,644 miles
Since last MOT+3,600 miles
PASS
Mileage36,044 miles
Since last MOT+6,733 miles
PASS
Mileage29,311 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 TOA
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 TOA

What car is RX03 TOA?

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

What is the mileage of RX03 TOA?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 TOA was 102,331 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 TOA passed its MOT?

RX03 TOA has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 20 Aug 2022.

Is RX03 TOA ULEZ compliant?

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

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