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 2003 Mazda 323 Diesel 1998cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 99,142 miles on the clock, averaging 9,265 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FL53 VBM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 99,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,176 |
| Average per year | 9,265 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FL53 VBM |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 323 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 VBM
What car is FL53 VBM?
FL53 VBM is an red Mazda 323, diesel (1998cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 VBM?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 VBM was 99,142 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 VBM passed its MOT?
FL53 VBM has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 11 Feb 2015.
Is FL53 VBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 VBM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FL53 VBM?
FL53 VBM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.