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 2004 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 169,488 miles on the clock, averaging 8,169 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for GV54 BXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 169,488 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,477 |
| Average per year | 8,169 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | GV54 BXW |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GV54 BXW
What car is GV54 BXW?
GV54 BXW is a grey Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV54 BXW?
The last recorded mileage for GV54 BXW was 169,488 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV54 BXW passed its MOT?
GV54 BXW has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 24 Aug 2023.
Is GV54 BXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 BXW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GV54 BXW?
GV54 BXW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.