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 2003 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1839cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 56,142 miles on the clock, averaging 3,184 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YM53 PLJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 35 |
| Average per year | 3,184 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YM53 PLJ |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YM53 PLJ
What car is YM53 PLJ?
YM53 PLJ is a blue Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM53 PLJ?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 PLJ was 56,142 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 PLJ passed its MOT?
YM53 PLJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2019.
Is YM53 PLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 PLJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YM53 PLJ?
YM53 PLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.