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 1597cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 86,594 miles on the clock, averaging 3,964 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 BYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,594 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,267 |
| Average per year | 3,964 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 BYC |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1597cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 BYC
What car is HV53 BYC?
HV53 BYC is an silver Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1597cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 BYC?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 BYC was 86,594 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 BYC passed its MOT?
HV53 BYC has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2023.
Is HV53 BYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 BYC 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 HV53 BYC?
HV53 BYC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.