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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 143,268 miles on the clock, averaging 14,518 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5L Skyactiv-D engine is known for s5-dptr.
MOT & Mileage History for VU16 XVF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,268 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,094 |
| Average per year | 14,518 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VU16 XVF |
| 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 XVF
What car is VU16 XVF?
VU16 XVF is a blue Mazda 3, diesel (1496cc). First registered in Worcester in 2016.
What is the mileage of VU16 XVF?
The last recorded mileage for VU16 XVF was 143,268 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU16 XVF passed its MOT?
VU16 XVF has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2025.
Is VU16 XVF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU16 XVF 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 XVF?
VU16 XVF is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.