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 2009 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 87,860 miles on the clock, averaging 5,993 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for SY59 BYU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,860 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,769 |
| Average per year | 5,993 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SY59 BYU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SY59 BYU
What car is SY59 BYU?
SY59 BYU is an black Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY59 BYU?
The last recorded mileage for SY59 BYU was 87,860 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY59 BYU passed its MOT?
SY59 BYU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2023.
Is SY59 BYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY59 BYU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SY59 BYU?
SY59 BYU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.