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SL03 JLU

2003 Honda Civic · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 156,682 miles on the clock, averaging 7,098 miles per year, 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 JLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,682
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,098

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading156,682 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,196
Average per year7,098
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL03 JLU 56k81k106k131k157k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,682 miles
Since last MOT+11,196 miles
PASS
Mileage145,486 miles
Since last MOT+15,163 miles
PASS
Mileage130,323 miles
Since last MOT+429 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,894 miles
Since last MOT+12,071 miles
PASS
Mileage117,823 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,823 miles
Since last MOT+8,406 miles
PASS
Mileage109,417 miles
Since last MOT+8,652 miles
PASS
Mileage100,765 miles
Since last MOT+4,793 miles
PASS
Mileage95,972 miles
Since last MOT+3,344 miles
PASS
Mileage92,628 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,628 miles
Since last MOT+5,913 miles
PASS
Mileage86,715 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,707 miles
Since last MOT+4,413 miles
PASS
Mileage82,294 miles
Since last MOT+3,043 miles
PASS
Mileage79,251 miles
Since last MOT+4,135 miles
PASS
Mileage75,116 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,099 miles
Since last MOT+5,054 miles
PASS
Mileage70,045 miles
Since last MOT+4,242 miles
PASS
Mileage65,803 miles
Since last MOT+10,193 miles
PASS
Mileage55,610 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 JLU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SL03 JLU

What car is SL03 JLU?

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

What is the mileage of SL03 JLU?

The last recorded mileage for SL03 JLU was 156,682 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL03 JLU passed its MOT?

SL03 JLU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2020.

Is SL03 JLU ULEZ compliant?

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

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