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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 56,343 miles on the clock, averaging 2,443 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MT53 TPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,898 |
| Average per year | 2,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT53 TPU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MT53 TPU
What car is MT53 TPU?
MT53 TPU is an red Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MT53 TPU?
The last recorded mileage for MT53 TPU was 56,343 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT53 TPU passed its MOT?
MT53 TPU has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 31 Aug 2024.
Is MT53 TPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT53 TPU 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 MT53 TPU?
MT53 TPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.