Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Honda Civic Petrol 1590cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 128,956 miles on the clock, averaging 6,159 miles per year, 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 DY53 VFW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,956 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,832 |
| Average per year | 6,159 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY53 VFW |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1590cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DY53 VFW
What car is DY53 VFW?
DY53 VFW is a green Honda Civic, petrol (1590cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 VFW?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 VFW was 128,956 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 VFW passed its MOT?
DY53 VFW has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2022.
Is DY53 VFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 VFW 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 DY53 VFW?
DY53 VFW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.