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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 Rx-8 Petrol 2616cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 34,991 miles on the clock, averaging 3,600 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SN53 VBO
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 34,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,358 |
| Average per year | 3,600 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SN53 VBO |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Rx-8 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2616cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SN53 VBO
What car is SN53 VBO?
SN53 VBO is an red Mazda Rx-8, petrol (2616cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SN53 VBO?
The last recorded mileage for SN53 VBO was 34,991 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN53 VBO passed its MOT?
SN53 VBO has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2012.
Is SN53 VBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN53 VBO 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 SN53 VBO?
SN53 VBO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.