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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Dorchester Petrol 3984cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 77,967 miles on the clock, averaging 3,510 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PO53 VHJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 31 |
| Average per year | 3,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PO53 VHJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Dorchester |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PO53 VHJ
What car is PO53 VHJ?
PO53 VHJ is a black Ford Dorchester, petrol (3984cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PO53 VHJ?
The last recorded mileage for PO53 VHJ was 77,967 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO53 VHJ passed its MOT?
PO53 VHJ has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2023.
Is PO53 VHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO53 VHJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PO53 VHJ?
PO53 VHJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.