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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 69,914 miles on the clock, averaging 5,200 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 VHB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 69,914 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,296 |
| Average per year | 5,200 |
| 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 | SO55 VHB |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VHB
What car is SO55 VHB?
SO55 VHB is an black Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO55 VHB?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 VHB was 69,914 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 VHB passed its MOT?
SO55 VHB has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2019.
Is SO55 VHB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 VHB 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 VHB?
SO55 VHB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.