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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 Rx-8 Petrol 2616cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 66,882 miles on the clock at the last MOT.
MOT & Mileage History for NC53 ETU
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 66,882 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 75 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC53 ETU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Rx-8 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2616cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 ETU
What car is NC53 ETU?
NC53 ETU is an silver Mazda Rx-8, petrol (2616cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC53 ETU?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 ETU was 66,882 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 ETU passed its MOT?
NC53 ETU has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2013.
Is NC53 ETU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 ETU 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 NC53 ETU?
NC53 ETU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.