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 2006 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 102,472 miles on the clock, averaging 4,375 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for FA06 VMP
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 102,472 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,075 |
| Average per year | 4,375 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | FA06 VMP |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About FA06 VMP
What car is FA06 VMP?
FA06 VMP is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FA06 VMP?
The last recorded mileage for FA06 VMP was 102,472 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA06 VMP passed its MOT?
FA06 VMP has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2017.
Is FA06 VMP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA06 VMP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FA06 VMP?
FA06 VMP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.