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 2007 Mazda 3 Petrol 1349cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 75,715 miles on the clock, averaging 7,323 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.3L ZJ-VE engine is known for zj-ve and valve thermal clearances.
MOT & Mileage History for SH56 XLJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 75,715 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,621 |
| Average per year | 7,323 |
| 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
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
ZJ-VE
Valve thermal clearances (poppet tappets/buckets on intake camshaft actuator, no hydraulic compensators)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH56 XLJ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1349cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SH56 XLJ
What car is SH56 XLJ?
SH56 XLJ is an blue Mazda 3, petrol (1349cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SH56 XLJ?
The last recorded mileage for SH56 XLJ was 75,715 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH56 XLJ passed its MOT?
SH56 XLJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2019.
Is SH56 XLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH56 XLJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SH56 XLJ?
SH56 XLJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.