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 2005 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 116,305 miles on the clock, averaging 8,215 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for SM55 VWR
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,059 |
| Average per year | 8,215 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SM55 VWR |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 VWR
What car is SM55 VWR?
SM55 VWR is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 VWR?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 VWR was 116,305 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 VWR passed its MOT?
SM55 VWR has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2017.
Is SM55 VWR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 VWR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM55 VWR?
SM55 VWR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.