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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 2003 Mazda Rx-8 Petrol 2616cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 61,819 miles on the clock, averaging 3,587 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 VZU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 106 |
| Average per year | 3,587 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 VZU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Rx-8 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2616cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 VZU
What car is DE53 VZU?
DE53 VZU is a silver Mazda Rx-8, petrol (2616cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 VZU?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 VZU was 61,819 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 VZU passed its MOT?
DE53 VZU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2017.
Is DE53 VZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 VZU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DE53 VZU?
DE53 VZU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.