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SL56 NEN

2006 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 61,335 miles on the clock, averaging 1,229 miles per year, well 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 NEN

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,335
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
1,229

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,335 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,639
Average per year1,229
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL56 NEN 53k55k57k59k61k '09'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,335 miles
Since last MOT+1,639 miles
PASS
Mileage59,696 miles
Since last MOT+2,439 miles
PASS
Mileage57,257 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,253 miles
Since last MOT+3,653 miles
PASS
Mileage53,600 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,600 miles
Since last MOT+3,341 miles
PASS
Mileage50,259 miles
Since last MOT+5,680 miles
PASS
Mileage44,579 miles
Since last MOT+6,475 miles
PASS
Mileage38,104 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,104 miles
PASS
Mileage52,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,860 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

RegistrationSL56 NEN
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About SL56 NEN

What car is SL56 NEN?

SL56 NEN is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.

What is the mileage of SL56 NEN?

The last recorded mileage for SL56 NEN was 61,335 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL56 NEN passed its MOT?

SL56 NEN has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2016.

Is SL56 NEN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 NEN 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 NEN?

SL56 NEN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.