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 1597cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 4 (84% pass rate). It has 103,616 miles on the clock, averaging 4,586 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RJ53 VBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,616 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RJ53 VBX |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1597cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 VBX
What car is RJ53 VBX?
RJ53 VBX is an blue Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1597cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 VBX?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 VBX was 103,616 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 VBX passed its MOT?
RJ53 VBX has had 25 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (21 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.
Is RJ53 VBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 VBX 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 RJ53 VBX?
RJ53 VBX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.