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RF02 VDL

2002 Honda Civic · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
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 2002 Honda Civic Diesel 1686cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 57,641 miles on the clock, averaging 4,257 miles per year, well below 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 RF02 VDL

MOT Status
Due date passed
57,641
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
4,257

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading57,641 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,471
Average per year4,257
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RF02 VDL 32k38k45k51k58k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage57,641 miles
Since last MOT+2,471 miles
PASS
Mileage55,170 miles
Since last MOT+4,408 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,762 miles
Since last MOT+3,786 miles
PASS
Mileage46,976 miles
Since last MOT+4,400 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,576 miles
Since last MOT+5,107 miles
PASS
Mileage37,469 miles
Since last MOT+5,752 miles
PASS
Mileage31,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,717 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

RegistrationRF02 VDL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RF02 VDL

What car is RF02 VDL?

RF02 VDL is an red Honda Civic, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RF02 VDL?

The last recorded mileage for RF02 VDL was 57,641 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF02 VDL passed its MOT?

RF02 VDL has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2012.

Is RF02 VDL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF02 VDL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RF02 VDL?

RF02 VDL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.