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 2006 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 143,521 miles on the clock, averaging 11,666 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 NL56 VNX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,521 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,024 |
| Average per year | 11,666 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | NL56 VNX |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NL56 VNX
What car is NL56 VNX?
NL56 VNX is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VNX?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VNX was 143,521 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VNX passed its MOT?
NL56 VNX has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2017.
Is NL56 VNX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VNX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NL56 VNX?
NL56 VNX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.