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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 108,633 miles on the clock, averaging 4,517 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ53 DBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 108,633 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,261 |
| Average per year | 4,517 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ53 DBV |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PJ53 DBV
What car is PJ53 DBV?
PJ53 DBV is a silver Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ53 DBV?
The last recorded mileage for PJ53 DBV was 108,633 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ53 DBV passed its MOT?
PJ53 DBV has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2025.
Is PJ53 DBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 DBV 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 PJ53 DBV?
PJ53 DBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.