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RF52 OBY

2002 Honda Civic · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2002
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 2002 Honda Civic Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 172,368 miles on the clock, averaging 8,614 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 RF52 OBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
172,368
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2005
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
8,614

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 reading172,368 miles
Reading date
Miles last year25
Average per year8,614
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF52 OBY 99k117k136k154k172k '05'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage172,368 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,343 miles
Since last MOT+18,612 miles
PASS
Mileage153,731 miles
Since last MOT+503 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,228 miles
Since last MOT+19,730 miles
PASS
Mileage133,498 miles
Since last MOT+1,706 miles
PASS
Mileage131,792 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,775 miles
Since last MOT+5,292 miles
PASS
Mileage126,483 miles
Since last MOT+8,825 miles
PASS
Mileage117,658 miles
Since last MOT+15,032 miles
PASS
Mileage102,626 miles
Since last MOT+22,462 miles
PASS
Mileage80,164 miles
PASS
Mileage130,178 miles
Since last MOT+31,321 miles
PASS
Mileage98,857 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

RegistrationRF52 OBY
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RF52 OBY

What car is RF52 OBY?

RF52 OBY is an blue Honda Civic, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RF52 OBY?

The last recorded mileage for RF52 OBY was 172,368 miles, recorded on 30 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF52 OBY passed its MOT?

RF52 OBY has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2014.

Is RF52 OBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF52 OBY 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 RF52 OBY?

RF52 OBY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.