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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 81,988 miles on the clock, averaging 4,121 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for SY12 XUP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,988 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,551 |
| Average per year | 4,121 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SY12 XUP |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SY12 XUP
What car is SY12 XUP?
SY12 XUP is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Inverness in 2012.
What is the mileage of SY12 XUP?
The last recorded mileage for SY12 XUP was 81,988 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY12 XUP passed its MOT?
SY12 XUP has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2026.
Is SY12 XUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY12 XUP 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 SY12 XUP?
SY12 XUP is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.