Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Honda Civic Petrol 1590cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 140,362 miles on the clock, averaging 9,472 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 KL53 VAK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,362 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,411 |
| Average per year | 9,472 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KL53 VAK |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1590cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KL53 VAK
What car is KL53 VAK?
KL53 VAK is a red Honda Civic, petrol (1590cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KL53 VAK?
The last recorded mileage for KL53 VAK was 140,362 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KL53 VAK passed its MOT?
KL53 VAK has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2018.
Is KL53 VAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL53 VAK 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 KL53 VAK?
KL53 VAK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.