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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 111,534 miles on the clock, averaging 7,612 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for SW12 BOF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 111,534 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 7,612 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SW12 BOF |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SW12 BOF
What car is SW12 BOF?
SW12 BOF is an red Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2012.
What is the mileage of SW12 BOF?
The last recorded mileage for SW12 BOF was 111,534 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW12 BOF passed its MOT?
SW12 BOF has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2024.
Is SW12 BOF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW12 BOF 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 SW12 BOF?
SW12 BOF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.