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 Honda Civic Petrol 1396cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 66,094 miles on the clock, averaging 3,182 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16V engine is known for d14z6.
MOT & Mileage History for AY53 YHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 3,182 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Honda Civic
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D14Z6
Seals wear out prematurely, allowing oil to leak into cylinders.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AY53 YHW |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1396cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AY53 YHW
What car is AY53 YHW?
AY53 YHW is an red Honda Civic, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AY53 YHW?
The last recorded mileage for AY53 YHW was 66,094 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY53 YHW passed its MOT?
AY53 YHW has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2022.
Is AY53 YHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY53 YHW 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 AY53 YHW?
AY53 YHW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.