Vehicle summary
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 2005 Ford Ranger Diesel 2500cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 163,966 miles on the clock, averaging 9,035 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DS53 DEC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,966 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,254 |
| Average per year | 9,035 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DS53 DEC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Ranger |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2500cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DS53 DEC
What car is DS53 DEC?
DS53 DEC is a black Ford Ranger, diesel (2500cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS53 DEC?
The last recorded mileage for DS53 DEC was 163,966 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS53 DEC passed its MOT?
DS53 DEC has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2023.
Is DS53 DEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS53 DEC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DS53 DEC?
DS53 DEC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.