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LB53 ESF

2003 Honda Civic · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 171,019 miles on the clock, averaging 10,549 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CTDi engine is known for 4ee2 and timing belt and oil pump drive roller.

MOT & Mileage History for LB53 ESF

MOT Status
Due date passed
171,019
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
10,549

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading171,019 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,979
Average per year10,549
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB53 ESF 69k94k120k145k171k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage171,019 miles
Since last MOT+19,979 miles
PASS
Mileage151,040 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,040 miles
Since last MOT+16,275 miles
PASS
Mileage134,765 miles
Since last MOT+4,194 miles
PASS
Mileage130,571 miles
Since last MOT+10,173 miles
PASS
Mileage120,398 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,393 miles
Since last MOT+12,562 miles
PASS
Mileage107,831 miles
Since last MOT+9,062 miles
PASS
Mileage98,769 miles
Since last MOT+8,289 miles
PASS
Mileage90,480 miles
Since last MOT+6,726 miles
PASS
Mileage83,754 miles
Since last MOT+7,047 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,707 miles
Since last MOT+7,823 miles
PASS
Mileage68,884 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Honda Civic

These are the most commonly reported problems on Honda Civic models (2001–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

4EE2

Timing belt and oil pump drive roller

The timing belt roller that drives the oil pump fails, often post-service if not replaced; belt can jump or snap if neglected.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 ESF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LB53 ESF

What car is LB53 ESF?

LB53 ESF is an blue Honda Civic, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB53 ESF?

The last recorded mileage for LB53 ESF was 171,019 miles, recorded on 6 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB53 ESF passed its MOT?

LB53 ESF has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2016.

Is LB53 ESF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 ESF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LB53 ESF?

LB53 ESF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.