Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1396cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 152,419 miles on the clock, averaging 7,064 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16V engine is known for d14z6.
MOT & Mileage History for RJ53 BBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,419 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,020 |
| Average per year | 7,064 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Honda Civic
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D14Z6
Seals wear out prematurely, allowing oil to leak into cylinders.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RJ53 BBU |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1396cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 BBU
What car is RJ53 BBU?
RJ53 BBU is an silver Honda Civic, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 BBU?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 BBU was 152,419 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 BBU passed its MOT?
RJ53 BBU has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is RJ53 BBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 BBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RJ53 BBU?
RJ53 BBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.