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SL03 GVE

2003 Honda Civic · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
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 2003 Honda Civic Diesel 1686cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 86,594 miles on the clock, averaging 2,397 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 SL03 GVE

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,594
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
2,397

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 reading86,594 miles
Reading date
Miles last year634
Average per year2,397
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL03 GVE 57k65k72k79k87k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,594 miles
Since last MOT+634 miles
PASS
Mileage85,960 miles
Since last MOT+2,484 miles
PASS
Mileage83,476 miles
Since last MOT+2,938 miles
PASS
Mileage80,538 miles
Since last MOT+946 miles
PASS
Mileage79,592 miles
Since last MOT+6,314 miles
PASS
Mileage73,278 miles
Since last MOT+8,944 miles
PASS
Mileage64,334 miles
Since last MOT+6,959 miles
PASS
Mileage57,375 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,375 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

RegistrationSL03 GVE
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SL03 GVE

What car is SL03 GVE?

SL03 GVE is an blue Honda Civic, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL03 GVE?

The last recorded mileage for SL03 GVE was 86,594 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL03 GVE passed its MOT?

SL03 GVE has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Nov 2018.

Is SL03 GVE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL03 GVE 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 SL03 GVE?

SL03 GVE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.