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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 180,061 miles on the clock, averaging 10,277 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16V engine is known for d14z6.
MOT & Mileage History for BN53 UCY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,061 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 124 |
| Average per year | 10,277 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BN53 UCY |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1396cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BN53 UCY
What car is BN53 UCY?
BN53 UCY is a red Honda Civic, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 UCY?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 UCY was 180,061 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 UCY passed its MOT?
BN53 UCY has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Sep 2021.
Is BN53 UCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 UCY 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 BN53 UCY?
BN53 UCY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.