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 2016 Mazda 3 Diesel 2184cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 132,901 miles on the clock, averaging 9,228 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.2L Skyactiv-D engine is known for sh-vptr and diesel particulate filter (dpf) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for BL16 CWT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,901 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 254 |
| Average per year | 9,228 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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SH-VPTR
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL16 CWT |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2184cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BL16 CWT
What car is BL16 CWT?
BL16 CWT is a grey Mazda 3, diesel (2184cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BL16 CWT?
The last recorded mileage for BL16 CWT was 132,901 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL16 CWT passed its MOT?
BL16 CWT has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2025.
Is BL16 CWT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL16 CWT is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BL16 CWT?
BL16 CWT is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.