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 2001 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1840cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 141,432 miles on the clock, averaging 7,303 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MD51 BUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,432 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,303 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MD51 BUW |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1840cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MD51 BUW
What car is MD51 BUW?
MD51 BUW is an silver Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1840cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of MD51 BUW?
The last recorded mileage for MD51 BUW was 141,432 miles, recorded on 2 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD51 BUW passed its MOT?
MD51 BUW has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2023.
Is MD51 BUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD51 BUW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MD51 BUW?
MD51 BUW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.