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 2005 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 82,859 miles on the clock, averaging 7,179 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for OU54 VVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,179 |
| 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 | OU54 VVE |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About OU54 VVE
What car is OU54 VVE?
OU54 VVE is an grey Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OU54 VVE?
The last recorded mileage for OU54 VVE was 82,859 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU54 VVE passed its MOT?
OU54 VVE has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2017.
Is OU54 VVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU54 VVE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OU54 VVE?
OU54 VVE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.