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 1839cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 87,553 miles on the clock, averaging 3,825 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SB53 BXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,553 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,390 |
| Average per year | 3,825 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB53 BXR |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 BXR
What car is SB53 BXR?
SB53 BXR is an silver Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB53 BXR?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 BXR was 87,553 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 BXR passed its MOT?
SB53 BXR has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 23 Oct 2023.
Is SB53 BXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 BXR 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 SB53 BXR?
SB53 BXR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.