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RE53 LEU

2003 Honda Civic · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 149,966 miles on the clock, averaging 8,487 miles per year, around 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 RE53 LEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,966
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,487

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading149,966 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,487
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RE53 LEU 41k68k95k123k150k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,966 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,966 miles
Since last MOT+4,158 miles
PASS
Mileage145,808 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,808 miles
Since last MOT+7,384 miles
PASS
Mileage138,424 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,424 miles
Since last MOT+8,613 miles
PASS
Mileage129,811 miles
Since last MOT+8,234 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,577 miles
Since last MOT+8,728 miles
PASS
Mileage112,849 miles
Since last MOT+4,655 miles
PASS
Mileage108,194 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,194 miles
Since last MOT+12,722 miles
PASS
Mileage95,472 miles
Since last MOT+10,510 miles
PASS
Mileage84,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,962 miles
Since last MOT+18,799 miles
PASS
Mileage66,163 miles
Since last MOT+8,645 miles
PASS
Mileage57,518 miles
Since last MOT+7,678 miles
PASS
Mileage49,840 miles
Since last MOT+9,189 miles
PASS
Mileage40,651 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

RegistrationRE53 LEU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About RE53 LEU

What car is RE53 LEU?

RE53 LEU is an silver Honda Civic, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RE53 LEU?

The last recorded mileage for RE53 LEU was 149,966 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE53 LEU passed its MOT?

RE53 LEU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2019.

Is RE53 LEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE53 LEU 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 RE53 LEU?

RE53 LEU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.