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 2003 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1597cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 74,720 miles on the clock, averaging 3,574 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for OV53 GAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,720 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,574 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV53 GAU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1597cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 GAU
What car is OV53 GAU?
OV53 GAU is an silver Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1597cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 GAU?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 GAU was 74,720 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 GAU passed its MOT?
OV53 GAU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2022.
Is OV53 GAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 GAU 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 OV53 GAU?
OV53 GAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.