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 2005 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 69,955 miles on the clock, averaging 7,356 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for BL55 JAO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 69,955 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,637 |
| Average per year | 7,356 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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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Turbocharger (oil supply failure)
Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL55 JAO |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 JAO
What car is BL55 JAO?
BL55 JAO is a silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 JAO?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 JAO was 69,955 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 JAO passed its MOT?
BL55 JAO has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2015.
Is BL55 JAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 JAO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL55 JAO?
BL55 JAO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.