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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 60,215 miles on the clock, averaging 3,072 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YR53 VCE
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,215 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,072 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR53 VCE |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YR53 VCE
What car is YR53 VCE?
YR53 VCE is a black Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YR53 VCE?
The last recorded mileage for YR53 VCE was 60,215 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR53 VCE passed its MOT?
YR53 VCE has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2021.
Is YR53 VCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR53 VCE 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 YR53 VCE?
YR53 VCE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.