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 2012 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 167,257 miles on the clock, averaging 12,598 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 EM05 ADM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,257 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 12,598 |
| 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 | EM05 ADM |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EM — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EM05 ADM
What car is EM05 ADM?
EM05 ADM is an red Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EM05 ADM?
The last recorded mileage for EM05 ADM was 167,257 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EM05 ADM passed its MOT?
EM05 ADM has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2026.
Is EM05 ADM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EM05 ADM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EM05 ADM?
EM05 ADM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.