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PM03 EAJ

2003 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 3984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,668 mi
Last recorded32,668 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Dorchester41,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM03 EAJ
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,984cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 32,668 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 32,627 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 32,409 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 31,028 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 29,035 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 26,069 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 23,228 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 20,297 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 18,001 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 15,796 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 13,719 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 12,624 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 11,422 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 10,477 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 10,477 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 9,598 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,725 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 7,646 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 6,779 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 5,680 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2007 4,634 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 3,349 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Dorchester?

Based on 10,955 MOT tests across 987 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
2,676
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 349
parking brake recording little or no effort 236
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 192
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 188
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 161
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PM03 EAJ is a 2003 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 3,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 41,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Dorchester fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 349 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PM03 EAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Dorchester typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Dorchester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PM03 EAJ registered?

PM03 EAJ is a 2003 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is PM03 EAJ safe to buy?

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