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 2005 Mazda 3 Petrol 1349cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 82,907 miles on the clock, averaging 4,992 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.3L ZJ-VE engine is known for zj-ve and valve thermal clearances.
MOT & Mileage History for ML05 XTC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 82,907 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,992 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
ZJ-VE
Valve thermal clearances (poppet tappets/buckets on intake camshaft actuator, no hydraulic compensators)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML05 XTC |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1349cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About ML05 XTC
What car is ML05 XTC?
ML05 XTC is an blue Mazda 3, petrol (1349cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of ML05 XTC?
The last recorded mileage for ML05 XTC was 82,907 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML05 XTC passed its MOT?
ML05 XTC has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2021.
Is ML05 XTC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML05 XTC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ML05 XTC?
ML05 XTC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.