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SB05 VHP

2005 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 105,200 miles on the clock, averaging 9,853 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).

MOT & Mileage History for SB05 VHP

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,200
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2008
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,853

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading105,200 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,768
Average per year9,853
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB05 VHP 35k53k70k88k105k '08'15'11

Check SB05 VHP

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,200 miles
Since last MOT+2,768 miles
PASS
Mileage102,432 miles
Since last MOT+4,195 miles
PASS
Mileage98,237 miles
Since last MOT+12,573 miles
PASS
Mileage85,664 miles
Since last MOT+21,825 miles
PASS
Mileage63,839 miles
Since last MOT+9,702 miles
PASS
Mileage54,137 miles
Since last MOT+7,372 miles
PASS
Mileage46,765 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,765 miles
Since last MOT+11,353 miles
PASS
Mileage35,412 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Mazda 3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger (oil supply failure)

Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 VHP
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SB05 VHP

What car is SB05 VHP?

SB05 VHP is an green Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SB05 VHP?

The last recorded mileage for SB05 VHP was 105,200 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB05 VHP passed its MOT?

SB05 VHP has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jun 2015.

Is SB05 VHP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB05 VHP 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 SB05 VHP?

SB05 VHP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.