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 2008 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1798cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 117,563 miles on the clock, averaging 5,562 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HG08 VBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,563 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,449 |
| Average per year | 5,562 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HG08 VBJ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HG08 VBJ
What car is HG08 VBJ?
HG08 VBJ is an blue Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HG08 VBJ?
The last recorded mileage for HG08 VBJ was 117,563 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG08 VBJ passed its MOT?
HG08 VBJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2025.
Is HG08 VBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 VBJ 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 HG08 VBJ?
HG08 VBJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.