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RX03 WGD

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 142,343 miles on the clock, averaging 7,885 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 WGD

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,343
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,885

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 reading142,343 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,885
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RX03 WGD 35k62k89k116k142k '06'19'14

Check RX03 WGD

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,343 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,343 miles
Since last MOT+9,115 miles
PASS
Mileage133,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,228 miles
Since last MOT+10,793 miles
PASS
Mileage122,435 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,435 miles
Since last MOT+9,580 miles
PASS
Mileage112,855 miles
Since last MOT+5,805 miles
PASS
Mileage107,050 miles
Since last MOT+4,543 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,507 miles
Since last MOT+8,563 miles
PASS
Mileage93,944 miles
Since last MOT+4,897 miles
PASS
Mileage89,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,589 miles
PASS
Mileage84,458 miles
Since last MOT+6,603 miles
PASS
Mileage77,855 miles
Since last MOT+9,193 miles
PASS
Mileage68,662 miles
Since last MOT+10,363 miles
PASS
Mileage58,299 miles
Since last MOT+11,247 miles
PASS
Mileage47,052 miles
Since last MOT+11,730 miles
PASS
Mileage35,322 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 WGD
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 WGD

What car is RX03 WGD?

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

What is the mileage of RX03 WGD?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 WGD was 142,343 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 WGD passed its MOT?

RX03 WGD has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2019.

Is RX03 WGD ULEZ compliant?

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

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