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 2004 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 175,469 miles on the clock, averaging 11,293 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for NL54 XGC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,469 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,979 |
| Average per year | 11,293 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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Turbocharger (oil supply failure)
Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL54 XGC |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NL54 XGC
What car is NL54 XGC?
NL54 XGC is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NL54 XGC?
The last recorded mileage for NL54 XGC was 175,469 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL54 XGC passed its MOT?
NL54 XGC has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jul 2017.
Is NL54 XGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL54 XGC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NL54 XGC?
NL54 XGC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.