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SL05 POV

2005 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 114,509 miles on the clock, averaging 18,632 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 SL05 POV

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,509
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
18,632

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 reading114,509 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21,610
Average per year18,632
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL05 POV 75k85k95k105k115k '08'10'09

Check SL05 POV

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,509 miles
Since last MOT+21,610 miles
PASS
Mileage92,899 miles
Since last MOT+447 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,452 miles
Since last MOT+17,222 miles
PASS
Mileage75,230 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

RegistrationSL05 POV
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SL05 POV

What car is SL05 POV?

SL05 POV is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.

What is the mileage of SL05 POV?

The last recorded mileage for SL05 POV was 114,509 miles, recorded on 14 May 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL05 POV passed its MOT?

SL05 POV has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 May 2010.

Is SL05 POV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 POV 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 SL05 POV?

SL05 POV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.