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 2009 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 81,727 miles on the clock, averaging 5,067 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 RK09 VBO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,727 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,908 |
| Average per year | 5,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RK09 VBO |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RK09 VBO
What car is RK09 VBO?
RK09 VBO is an red Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK09 VBO?
The last recorded mileage for RK09 VBO was 81,727 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK09 VBO passed its MOT?
RK09 VBO has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2020.
Is RK09 VBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK09 VBO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK09 VBO?
RK09 VBO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.