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 2015 Mazda 3 Petrol 1998cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 56,653 miles on the clock, averaging 4,936 miles per year, well 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 HV15 VBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,653 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,490 |
| Average per year | 4,936 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | HV15 VBU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 15 — March 2015 to August 2015 |
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About HV15 VBU
What car is HV15 VBU?
HV15 VBU is an red Mazda 3, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2015.
What is the mileage of HV15 VBU?
The last recorded mileage for HV15 VBU was 56,653 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV15 VBU passed its MOT?
HV15 VBU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.
Is HV15 VBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV15 VBU 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 HV15 VBU?
HV15 VBU is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 15 means registered between 1 March 2015 and 31 August 2015.