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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 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 55,888 miles on the clock, averaging 3,058 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NC53 TBZ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,888 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,058 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC53 TBZ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Rx-8 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 TBZ
What car is NC53 TBZ?
NC53 TBZ is an black Mazda Rx-8, petrol (2616cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC53 TBZ?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 TBZ was 55,888 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 TBZ passed its MOT?
NC53 TBZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2019.
Is NC53 TBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 TBZ 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 TBZ?
NC53 TBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.