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 2002 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 121,361 miles on the clock, averaging 6,305 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for VU52 VBM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,361 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 106 |
| Average per year | 6,305 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VU52 VBM |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VU — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VU52 VBM
What car is VU52 VBM?
VU52 VBM is a blue Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VU52 VBM?
The last recorded mileage for VU52 VBM was 121,361 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU52 VBM passed its MOT?
VU52 VBM has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2021.
Is VU52 VBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU52 VBM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is VU52 VBM?
VU52 VBM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.