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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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 86,649 miles on the clock, averaging 6,984 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NC53 TBX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,649 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,122 |
| Average per year | 6,984 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC53 TBX |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Rx-8 |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 TBX
What car is NC53 TBX?
NC53 TBX is an red Mazda Rx-8, petrol (2616cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC53 TBX?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 TBX was 86,649 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 TBX passed its MOT?
NC53 TBX has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 24 Apr 2013.
Is NC53 TBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 TBX 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 TBX?
NC53 TBX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.