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 Petrol 1999cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 68,854 miles on the clock, averaging 5,704 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0L LF-DE engine is known for 1. high oil consumption and 2. plastic intake manifold swirlplate fracture.
MOT & Mileage History for SY55 VDZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,854 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,704 |
| 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
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. High Oil Consumption (Valve Stem Seals / Connecting Rod Bearing Wear)
Valve stem seals deteriorate and allow oil to migrate past them into the combustion chamber. Worn connecting rod bearings also elevate oil consumption. This is not a catastrophic failure initially but signals internal wear.
2. Plastic Intake Manifold Swirlplate Fracture
Poor-quality plastic in early manifolds becomes brittle. The swirlplates break off and/or the shaft wears and fractures. Broken pieces can enter the cylinder, causing catastrophic damage if not caught early.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY55 VDZ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SY55 VDZ
What car is SY55 VDZ?
SY55 VDZ is an black Mazda 3, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY55 VDZ?
The last recorded mileage for SY55 VDZ was 68,854 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY55 VDZ passed its MOT?
SY55 VDZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2018.
Is SY55 VDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY55 VDZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SY55 VDZ?
SY55 VDZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.