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RX03 UFV

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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 65,599 miles on the clock, averaging 8,919 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 UFV

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,599
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
8,919

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 reading65,599 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,710
Average per year8,919
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RX03 UFV 43k48k54k60k66k '06'08'07

Check RX03 UFV

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,599 miles
Since last MOT+11,710 miles
PASS
Mileage53,889 miles
Since last MOT+11,371 miles
PASS
Mileage42,518 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 UFV
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 UFV

What car is RX03 UFV?

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

What is the mileage of RX03 UFV?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 UFV was 65,599 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 UFV passed its MOT?

RX03 UFV has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2008.

Is RX03 UFV ULEZ compliant?

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

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