No, PO53 BAV is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for PO53 BAV?

The MOT for PO53 BAV is valid and due for renewal on or before 31 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of PO53 BAV?

The recorded mileage for PO53 BAV is 82,652 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is PO53 BAV ULEZ compliant?

No, PO53 BAV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2003 Ford Dorchester 4.0L Petrol · PO53 BAV

PO53 BAV

2003 Ford Dorchester (4.0L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 82,652 miles. MOT valid until 31/05/2027.

Make & Model: FORD DORCHESTER
Year / Origin: 2003 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 31/05/2027
Road Tax: Untaxed (08/02/2024)
Recorded Mileage: 82,652 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 4.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 31/05/2027

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 08/02/2024

Mileage: 82,652 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2003
Engine: 3984cc

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PO53 BAV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2026
82,652 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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PO53 BAV Mileage History

03/01/202381,950 mi
10/02/202482,543 mi+593 mi
19/03/202582,636 mi+93 mi
02/06/202682,652 mi+16 mi
02/06/202682,652 mi

Average of roughly 206 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

PO53 BAV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Sept 2026, 09:57

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Ford Dorchester (PO53 BAV) between January 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords showing (5.2.3 (d) ”; “Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly red”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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