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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 28,690 miles on the clock, averaging 7,226 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for SO55 MVA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 28,690 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,226 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | SO55 MVA |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 MVA
What car is SO55 MVA?
SO55 MVA is an red Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO55 MVA?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 MVA was 28,690 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 MVA passed its MOT?
SO55 MVA has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Nov 2009.
Is SO55 MVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 MVA 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 SO55 MVA?
SO55 MVA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.