Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Honda Civic Petrol 1590cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 135,391 miles on the clock, averaging 10,774 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 16V engine is known for d16v1-specific owner forum threads and specialist garage known-issues pages.
MOT & Mileage History for CE53 AEL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,391 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24 |
| Average per year | 10,774 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CE53 AEL |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1590cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 AEL
What car is CE53 AEL?
CE53 AEL is a green Honda Civic, petrol (1590cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 AEL?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 AEL was 135,391 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 AEL passed its MOT?
CE53 AEL has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2016.
Is CE53 AEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 AEL 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 CE53 AEL?
CE53 AEL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.