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ML51 VZC

2001 Honda Civic · Petrol · 1590cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1590cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 2001 Honda Civic Petrol 1590cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 181,106 miles on the clock, averaging 8,816 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 VTEC engine is known for 1. idle control issues and 2. camshaft seal leaks. Common Honda Civic issues include chassis, suspension, brakes, steering, body, electrical, interior, cooling, and other non- on honda civic ek (1995-2001).

MOT & Mileage History for ML51 VZC

MOT Status
Due date passed
181,106
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2005
59%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
8,816

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading181,106 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,816
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ML51 VZC 40k75k111k146k181k '05'21'14

Check ML51 VZC

Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage181,106 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage181,106 miles
Since last MOT+15,333 miles
PASS
Mileage165,773 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,773 miles
Since last MOT+12,204 miles
PASS
Mileage153,569 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,562 miles
Since last MOT+9,405 miles
PASS
Mileage144,157 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,157 miles
Since last MOT+12,163 miles
PASS
Mileage131,994 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,994 miles
Since last MOT+11,882 miles
PASS
Mileage120,112 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,087 miles
Since last MOT+11,030 miles
PASS
Mileage109,057 miles
Since last MOT+10,399 miles
PASS
Mileage98,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,658 miles
Since last MOT+6,318 miles
PASS
Mileage92,340 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,340 miles
Since last MOT+5,346 miles
PASS
Mileage86,994 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,994 miles
Since last MOT+5,088 miles
PASS
Mileage81,906 miles
Since last MOT+5,309 miles
PASS
Mileage76,597 miles
Since last MOT+5,399 miles
PASS
Mileage71,198 miles
Since last MOT+5,258 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,940 miles
Since last MOT+6,327 miles
PASS
Mileage59,613 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,613 miles
Since last MOT+9,226 miles
PASS
Mileage50,387 miles
Since last MOT+10,098 miles
PASS
Mileage40,289 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Honda Civic

These are the most commonly reported problems on Honda Civic models (1995–2001), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Chassis, Suspension, Brakes, Steering, Body, Electrical, Interior, Cooling, and Other Non- on Honda Civic EK (1995-2001)

Headliner fabric glue fails, trim detaches from headlight/hatch areas. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (glue/retrim, 2-3 hrs; full replacement £300+).

1. Idle Control Issues (Vacuum Leaks, Fast Idle Control Valve, IAC Valve)

The Fast Idle Control Valve's internal spring mechanism sticks or seizes. Vacuum leaks develop around deleted EVAP systems or unplugged vacuum ports. IAC valve fouls or fails.

2. Camshaft Seal Leaks

Seals deteriorate or fail, allowing oil to weep from around the camshaft area

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML51 VZC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1590cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About ML51 VZC

What car is ML51 VZC?

ML51 VZC is an silver Honda Civic, petrol (1590cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.

What is the mileage of ML51 VZC?

The last recorded mileage for ML51 VZC was 181,106 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML51 VZC passed its MOT?

ML51 VZC has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2021.

Is ML51 VZC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML51 VZC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is ML51 VZC?

ML51 VZC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.