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 2018 Mazda 3 Petrol 1998cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 89,786 miles on the clock, averaging 12,394 miles per year, above 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 LY18 BFU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 89,786 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 12,394 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | LY18 BFU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LY — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About LY18 BFU
What car is LY18 BFU?
LY18 BFU is an black Mazda 3, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2018.
What is the mileage of LY18 BFU?
The last recorded mileage for LY18 BFU was 89,786 miles, recorded on 20 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LY18 BFU passed its MOT?
LY18 BFU has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2026.
Is LY18 BFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LY18 BFU 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 LY18 BFU?
LY18 BFU is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.