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 Petrol 1349cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 68,977 miles on the clock, averaging 4,178 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.3L ZJ-VE engine is known for zj-ve and valve thermal clearances.
MOT & Mileage History for SO55 ESN
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,977 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 108 |
| Average per year | 4,178 |
| 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
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
ZJ-VE
Valve thermal clearances (poppet tappets/buckets on intake camshaft actuator, no hydraulic compensators)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO55 ESN |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1349cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 ESN
What car is SO55 ESN?
SO55 ESN is an grey Mazda 3, petrol (1349cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO55 ESN?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 ESN was 68,977 miles, recorded on 7 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 ESN passed its MOT?
SO55 ESN has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2018.
Is SO55 ESN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 ESN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO55 ESN?
SO55 ESN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.