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 2017 Mazda 3 Diesel 2191cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 82,431 miles on the clock, averaging 6,358 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.2L Skyactiv-D engine is known for sh-vptr and diesel particulate filter (dpf) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for DE17 VAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,815 |
| Average per year | 6,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2013–2019), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
SH-VPTR
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE17 VAO |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2191cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About DE17 VAO
What car is DE17 VAO?
DE17 VAO is a white Mazda 3, diesel (2191cc). First registered in Chester in 2017.
What is the mileage of DE17 VAO?
The last recorded mileage for DE17 VAO was 82,431 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE17 VAO passed its MOT?
DE17 VAO has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.
Is DE17 VAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE17 VAO 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 DE17 VAO?
DE17 VAO is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.