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 2005 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 121,751 miles on the clock, averaging 5,150 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for EX05 VCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,751 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 59 |
| Average per year | 5,150 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | EX05 VCU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EX05 VCU
What car is EX05 VCU?
EX05 VCU is an black Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX05 VCU?
The last recorded mileage for EX05 VCU was 121,751 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX05 VCU passed its MOT?
EX05 VCU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2021.
Is EX05 VCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX05 VCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX05 VCU?
EX05 VCU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.