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 2006 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 143,570 miles on the clock, averaging 8,877 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for CU56 ORT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,570 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,877 |
| 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 | CU56 ORT |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CU56 ORT
What car is CU56 ORT?
CU56 ORT is a grey Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CU56 ORT?
The last recorded mileage for CU56 ORT was 143,570 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU56 ORT passed its MOT?
CU56 ORT has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2018.
Is CU56 ORT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU56 ORT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CU56 ORT?
CU56 ORT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.