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 2016 Mazda 3 Petrol 1998cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 70,393 miles on the clock, averaging 7,004 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0L Skyactiv-G engine is known for pe-vps (2.0l skyactiv-g).
MOT & Mileage History for GX16 VAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,393 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 7,004 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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PE-VPS (2.0L Skyactiv-G)
Transient piston knock from high 14:1 compression.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GX16 VAU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GX — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GX16 VAU
What car is GX16 VAU?
GX16 VAU is a red Mazda 3, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.
What is the mileage of GX16 VAU?
The last recorded mileage for GX16 VAU was 70,393 miles, recorded on 13 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GX16 VAU passed its MOT?
GX16 VAU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2026.
Is GX16 VAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX16 VAU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GX16 VAU?
GX16 VAU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.