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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 86,004 miles on the clock, averaging 3,381 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PE53 VEK
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,004 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,811 |
| Average per year | 3,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE53 VEK |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VEK
What car is PE53 VEK?
PE53 VEK is a red Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 VEK?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 VEK was 86,004 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 VEK passed its MOT?
PE53 VEK has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 11 Nov 2020.
Is PE53 VEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 VEK 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 VEK?
PE53 VEK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.