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 1839cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 98,997 miles on the clock, averaging 4,208 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MA53 FRT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,997 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,208 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA53 FRT |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 FRT
What car is MA53 FRT?
MA53 FRT is an red Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 FRT?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 FRT was 98,997 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 FRT passed its MOT?
MA53 FRT has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2025.
Is MA53 FRT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 FRT 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 MA53 FRT?
MA53 FRT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.