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SL06 LKV

2006 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
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 2006 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 94,743 miles on the clock, averaging 9,561 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 SL06 LKV

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,743
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2009
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,561

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading94,743 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,561
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL06 LKV 61k70k78k86k95k '09'12'11

Check SL06 LKV

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,743 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,743 miles
Since last MOT+4,633 miles
PASS
Mileage90,110 miles
Since last MOT+4,734 miles
PASS
Mileage85,376 miles
Since last MOT+9,670 miles
PASS
Mileage75,706 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,689 miles
Since last MOT+14,243 miles
PASS
Mileage61,446 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

RegistrationSL06 LKV
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About SL06 LKV

What car is SL06 LKV?

SL06 LKV is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.

What is the mileage of SL06 LKV?

The last recorded mileage for SL06 LKV was 94,743 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL06 LKV passed its MOT?

SL06 LKV has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2012.

Is SL06 LKV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL06 LKV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SL06 LKV?

SL06 LKV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.