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LB53 ESN

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 146,998 miles on the clock, averaging 22,147 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 ESN

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,998
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
22,147

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading146,998 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year22,147
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB53 ESN 36k64k91k119k147k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,998 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,992 miles
Since last MOT+1,917 miles
PASS
Mileage145,075 miles
Since last MOT+28,563 miles
PASS
Mileage116,512 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,495 miles
Since last MOT+23,458 miles
PASS
Mileage93,037 miles
Since last MOT+34,788 miles
PASS
Mileage58,249 miles
Since last MOT+22,414 miles
PASS
Mileage35,835 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 ESN
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 ESN

What car is LB53 ESN?

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

What is the mileage of LB53 ESN?

The last recorded mileage for LB53 ESN was 146,998 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB53 ESN passed its MOT?

LB53 ESN has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2011.

Is LB53 ESN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 ESN 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 ESN?

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