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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 129,864 miles on the clock, averaging 10,098 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 XNJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,864 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,840 |
| Average per year | 10,098 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SL05 XNJ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 XNJ
What car is SL05 XNJ?
SL05 XNJ is an grey Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 XNJ?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 XNJ was 129,864 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 XNJ passed its MOT?
SL05 XNJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 21 Mar 2017.
Is SL05 XNJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 XNJ 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 XNJ?
SL05 XNJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.