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 2012 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 195,764 miles on the clock, averaging 17,002 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 ST12 VAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 195,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 209 |
| Average per year | 17,002 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | ST12 VAO |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About ST12 VAO
What car is ST12 VAO?
ST12 VAO is an white Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Dundee in 2012.
What is the mileage of ST12 VAO?
The last recorded mileage for ST12 VAO was 195,764 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST12 VAO passed its MOT?
ST12 VAO has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2022.
Is ST12 VAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST12 VAO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ST12 VAO?
ST12 VAO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.