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 2005 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 188,616 miles on the clock, averaging 12,173 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for YP55 VBF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,616 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,961 |
| Average per year | 12,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | YP55 VBF |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YP55 VBF
What car is YP55 VBF?
YP55 VBF is a silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YP55 VBF?
The last recorded mileage for YP55 VBF was 188,616 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP55 VBF passed its MOT?
YP55 VBF has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2016.
Is YP55 VBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP55 VBF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YP55 VBF?
YP55 VBF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.