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 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 98,792 miles on the clock, averaging 4,503 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for CL53 BAY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,792 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,503 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CL53 BAY |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CL — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CL53 BAY
What car is CL53 BAY?
CL53 BAY is a black Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2004.
What is the mileage of CL53 BAY?
The last recorded mileage for CL53 BAY was 98,792 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CL53 BAY passed its MOT?
CL53 BAY has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2025.
Is CL53 BAY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CL53 BAY 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 CL53 BAY?
CL53 BAY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.