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 2003 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1597cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 102,805 miles on the clock, averaging 3,163 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL53 JAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 102,805 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,992 |
| Average per year | 3,163 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL53 JAO |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1597cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 JAO
What car is SL53 JAO?
SL53 JAO is an silver Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1597cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 JAO?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 JAO was 102,805 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 JAO passed its MOT?
SL53 JAO has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2016.
Is SL53 JAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 JAO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL53 JAO?
SL53 JAO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.