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 Petrol 1349cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 141,995 miles on the clock, averaging 5,627 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.3L ZJ-VE engine is known for zj-ve and valve thermal clearances.
MOT & Mileage History for OX53 RGU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,995 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,627 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
ZJ-VE
Valve thermal clearances (poppet tappets/buckets on intake camshaft actuator, no hydraulic compensators)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OX53 RGU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1349cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OX — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OX53 RGU
What car is OX53 RGU?
OX53 RGU is an blue Mazda 3, petrol (1349cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OX53 RGU?
The last recorded mileage for OX53 RGU was 141,995 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OX53 RGU passed its MOT?
OX53 RGU has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2019.
Is OX53 RGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OX53 RGU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OX53 RGU?
OX53 RGU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.