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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 12 (63% pass rate). It has 96,087 miles on the clock, averaging 3,425 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 WHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,087 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 3,425 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 WHL |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 WHL
What car is SM53 WHL?
SM53 WHL is an blue Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 WHL?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 WHL was 96,087 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 WHL passed its MOT?
SM53 WHL has had 32 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (20 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2026.
Is SM53 WHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 WHL 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 WHL?
SM53 WHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.