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 2012 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 128,277 miles on the clock, averaging 9,615 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 SH12 VPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,277 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,110 |
| Average per year | 9,615 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SH12 VPX |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SH12 VPX
What car is SH12 VPX?
SH12 VPX is an black Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.
What is the mileage of SH12 VPX?
The last recorded mileage for SH12 VPX was 128,277 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH12 VPX passed its MOT?
SH12 VPX has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.
Is SH12 VPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH12 VPX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SH12 VPX?
SH12 VPX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.