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 2005 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 112,745 miles on the clock, averaging 6,456 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for RE05 VAJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,745 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,837 |
| Average per year | 6,456 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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Turbocharger (oil supply failure)
Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE05 VAJ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RE05 VAJ
What car is RE05 VAJ?
RE05 VAJ is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RE05 VAJ?
The last recorded mileage for RE05 VAJ was 112,745 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE05 VAJ passed its MOT?
RE05 VAJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2019.
Is RE05 VAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE05 VAJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RE05 VAJ?
RE05 VAJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.