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 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 178,225 miles on the clock, averaging 12,128 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for CU54 EFT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,532 |
| Average per year | 12,128 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | CU54 EFT |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About CU54 EFT
What car is CU54 EFT?
CU54 EFT is a blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Swansea in 2004.
What is the mileage of CU54 EFT?
The last recorded mileage for CU54 EFT was 178,225 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU54 EFT passed its MOT?
CU54 EFT has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2018.
Is CU54 EFT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU54 EFT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CU54 EFT?
CU54 EFT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.