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SM06 NLK

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 107,323 miles on the clock, averaging 10,552 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 SM06 NLK

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,323
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
10,552

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 reading107,323 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,654
Average per year10,552
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SM06 NLK 55k68k81k94k107k '09'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage107,323 miles
Since last MOT+11,654 miles
PASS
Mileage95,669 miles
Since last MOT+9,973 miles
PASS
Mileage85,696 miles
Since last MOT+9,462 miles
PASS
Mileage76,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,234 miles
Since last MOT+11,952 miles
PASS
Mileage64,282 miles
Since last MOT+9,454 miles
PASS
Mileage54,828 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

RegistrationSM06 NLK
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About SM06 NLK

What car is SM06 NLK?

SM06 NLK is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.

What is the mileage of SM06 NLK?

The last recorded mileage for SM06 NLK was 107,323 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM06 NLK passed its MOT?

SM06 NLK has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 30 Jun 2014.

Is SM06 NLK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM06 NLK 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 SM06 NLK?

SM06 NLK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.