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 2005 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 135,129 miles on the clock, averaging 14,693 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 VJZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,129 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 143 |
| Average per year | 14,693 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SL05 VJZ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 VJZ
What car is SL05 VJZ?
SL05 VJZ is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 VJZ?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 VJZ was 135,129 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 VJZ passed its MOT?
SL05 VJZ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jan 2015.
Is SL05 VJZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 VJZ 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 VJZ?
SL05 VJZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.