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 2015 Mazda 3 Petrol 1998cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 82,811 miles on the clock, averaging 6,360 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0L Skyactiv-G engine is known for pe-vps (2.0l skyactiv-g).
MOT & Mileage History for BC05 COW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,420 |
| Average per year | 6,360 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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PE-VPS (2.0L Skyactiv-G)
Transient piston knock from high 14:1 compression.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BC05 COW |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BC05 COW
What car is BC05 COW?
BC05 COW is a red Mazda 3, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2015.
What is the mileage of BC05 COW?
The last recorded mileage for BC05 COW was 82,811 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC05 COW passed its MOT?
BC05 COW has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Oct 2025.
Is BC05 COW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC05 COW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BC05 COW?
BC05 COW is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.