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 2003 Mazda 3 Petrol 2261cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 145,068 miles on the clock, averaging 13,678 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.3L MZR DISI Turbo engine is known for l3-vdt.
MOT & Mileage History for ST53 SRU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,068 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,678 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ST53 SRU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2261cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ST53 SRU
What car is ST53 SRU?
ST53 SRU is an silver Mazda 3, petrol (2261cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.
What is the mileage of ST53 SRU?
The last recorded mileage for ST53 SRU was 145,068 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST53 SRU passed its MOT?
ST53 SRU has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2013.
Is ST53 SRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 SRU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ST53 SRU?
ST53 SRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.