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 2018 Mazda 3 Petrol 1998cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 36,232 miles on the clock, averaging 1,567 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0L Skyactiv-G engine is known for pe-vps (2.0l skyactiv-g).
MOT & Mileage History for DF18 VEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,232 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,575 |
| Average per year | 1,567 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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PE-VPS (2.0L Skyactiv-G)
Transient piston knock from high 14:1 compression.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF18 VEL |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About DF18 VEL
What car is DF18 VEL?
DF18 VEL is a grey Mazda 3, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Chester in 2018.
What is the mileage of DF18 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for DF18 VEL was 36,232 miles, recorded on 28 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF18 VEL passed its MOT?
DF18 VEL has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2026.
Is DF18 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF18 VEL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DF18 VEL?
DF18 VEL is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.