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 1840cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 76,806 miles on the clock, averaging 3,282 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RX53 DBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,806 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,112 |
| Average per year | 3,282 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RX53 DBU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1840cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RX53 DBU
What car is RX53 DBU?
RX53 DBU is an green Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1840cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RX53 DBU?
The last recorded mileage for RX53 DBU was 76,806 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX53 DBU passed its MOT?
RX53 DBU has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2026.
Is RX53 DBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX53 DBU 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 RX53 DBU?
RX53 DBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.