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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 130,626 miles on the clock, averaging 11,342 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16V engine is known for d14z6.
MOT & Mileage History for GV53 VHN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 11,342 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GV53 VHN |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1396cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 VHN
What car is GV53 VHN?
GV53 VHN is a silver Honda Civic, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 VHN?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 VHN was 130,626 miles, recorded on 26 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 VHN passed its MOT?
GV53 VHN has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2017.
Is GV53 VHN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 VHN 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 GV53 VHN?
GV53 VHN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.