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 2004 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1597cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 85,400 miles on the clock, averaging 3,646 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU52 WEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 3,646 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU52 WEL |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1597cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BU52 WEL
What car is BU52 WEL?
BU52 WEL is a grey Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1597cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BU52 WEL?
The last recorded mileage for BU52 WEL was 85,400 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU52 WEL passed its MOT?
BU52 WEL has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.
Is BU52 WEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 WEL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU52 WEL?
BU52 WEL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.