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 1839cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 83,941 miles on the clock, averaging 3,358 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PE53 VDL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,941 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE53 VDL |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PE53 VDL
What car is PE53 VDL?
PE53 VDL is a blue Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 VDL?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 VDL was 83,941 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 VDL passed its MOT?
PE53 VDL has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2026.
Is PE53 VDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 VDL 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 PE53 VDL?
PE53 VDL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.