Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Honda Civic Petrol 1590cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 70,336 miles on the clock, averaging 3,287 miles per year, well below 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 DE53 HHL
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,336 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,209 |
| Average per year | 3,287 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 HHL |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1590cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 HHL
What car is DE53 HHL?
DE53 HHL is a blue Honda Civic, petrol (1590cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 HHL?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 HHL was 70,336 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 HHL passed its MOT?
DE53 HHL has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2021.
Is DE53 HHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 HHL 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 DE53 HHL?
DE53 HHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.