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 2009 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 147,883 miles on the clock, averaging 9,484 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 SO09 EMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,883 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 135 |
| Average per year | 9,484 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SO09 EMX |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SO09 EMX
What car is SO09 EMX?
SO09 EMX is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SO09 EMX?
The last recorded mileage for SO09 EMX was 147,883 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO09 EMX passed its MOT?
SO09 EMX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2024.
Is SO09 EMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO09 EMX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO09 EMX?
SO09 EMX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.