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 Mx-5 Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 79,455 miles on the clock, averaging 3,692 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FM53 ABV
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,455 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 133 |
| Average per year | 3,692 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM53 ABV |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FM53 ABV
What car is FM53 ABV?
FM53 ABV is an silver Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM53 ABV?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 ABV was 79,455 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 ABV passed its MOT?
FM53 ABV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2018.
Is FM53 ABV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 ABV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FM53 ABV?
FM53 ABV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.