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 1839cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 71,518 miles on the clock, averaging 4,986 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 GXC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,518 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,986 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 GXC |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 GXC
What car is SM53 GXC?
SM53 GXC is an green Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 GXC?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 GXC was 71,518 miles, recorded on 9 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 GXC passed its MOT?
SM53 GXC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2017.
Is SM53 GXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 GXC 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 SM53 GXC?
SM53 GXC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.