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 2016 Mazda 3 Diesel 2184cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 24,099 miles on the clock, averaging 2,555 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.2L Skyactiv-D engine is known for sh-vptr and diesel particulate filter (dpf) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for NL16 RFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 24,099 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,122 |
| Average per year | 2,555 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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SH-VPTR
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL16 RFZ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2184cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About NL16 RFZ
What car is NL16 RFZ?
NL16 RFZ is an red Mazda 3, diesel (2184cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2016.
What is the mileage of NL16 RFZ?
The last recorded mileage for NL16 RFZ was 24,099 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL16 RFZ passed its MOT?
NL16 RFZ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jun 2026.
Is NL16 RFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL16 RFZ is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is NL16 RFZ?
NL16 RFZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.