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 Petrol 2261cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 56,572 miles on the clock, averaging 11,231 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.3L MZR DISI Turbo engine is known for l3-vdt.
MOT & Mileage History for OV56 XJU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 56,572 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,231 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV56 XJU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2261cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OV56 XJU
What car is OV56 XJU?
OV56 XJU is an red Mazda 3, petrol (2261cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV56 XJU?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 XJU was 56,572 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 XJU passed its MOT?
OV56 XJU has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2012.
Is OV56 XJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 XJU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is OV56 XJU?
OV56 XJU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.