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 2009 Mazda 3 Petrol 2261cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 73,723 miles on the clock, averaging 3,537 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.3L MZR DISI Turbo engine is known for l3-vdt.
MOT & Mileage History for ET53 MPS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,723 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,594 |
| Average per year | 3,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ET53 MPS |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2261cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 MPS
What car is ET53 MPS?
ET53 MPS is an blue Mazda 3, petrol (2261cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of ET53 MPS?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 MPS was 73,723 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 MPS passed its MOT?
ET53 MPS has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is ET53 MPS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 MPS 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 ET53 MPS?
ET53 MPS is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.