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 2006 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 96,845 miles on the clock, averaging 8,513 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for SL56 DFX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,845 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 88 |
| Average per year | 8,513 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SL56 DFX |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SL56 DFX
What car is SL56 DFX?
SL56 DFX is an black Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 DFX?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 DFX was 96,845 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 DFX passed its MOT?
SL56 DFX has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2018.
Is SL56 DFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 DFX 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 SL56 DFX?
SL56 DFX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.