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 2016 Mazda 3 Diesel 1496cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 81,335 miles on the clock, averaging 7,619 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5L Skyactiv-D engine is known for s5-dptr.
MOT & Mileage History for VU16 DXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 81,335 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,619 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VU16 DXZ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1496cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VU — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About VU16 DXZ
What car is VU16 DXZ?
VU16 DXZ is a blue Mazda 3, diesel (1496cc). First registered in Worcester in 2016.
What is the mileage of VU16 DXZ?
The last recorded mileage for VU16 DXZ was 81,335 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU16 DXZ passed its MOT?
VU16 DXZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2026.
Is VU16 DXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU16 DXZ is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is VU16 DXZ?
VU16 DXZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.