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 2018 Mazda 3 Diesel 1496cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 70,283 miles on the clock, averaging 6,009 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5L Skyactiv-D engine is known for s5-dptr.
MOT & Mileage History for BU18 HVK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,283 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,442 |
| Average per year | 6,009 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU18 HVK |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1496cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About BU18 HVK
What car is BU18 HVK?
BU18 HVK is a blue Mazda 3, diesel (1496cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2018.
What is the mileage of BU18 HVK?
The last recorded mileage for BU18 HVK was 70,283 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU18 HVK passed its MOT?
BU18 HVK has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2025.
Is BU18 HVK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU18 HVK 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 BU18 HVK?
BU18 HVK is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.