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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 77,991 miles on the clock, averaging 5,918 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for SL56 DHC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,981 |
| Average per year | 5,918 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 DHC |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 DHC
What car is SL56 DHC?
SL56 DHC is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 DHC?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 DHC was 77,991 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 DHC passed its MOT?
SL56 DHC has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2017.
Is SL56 DHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 DHC 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 DHC?
SL56 DHC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.