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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 119,431 miles on the clock, averaging 12,164 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16V engine is known for d14z6.
MOT & Mileage History for SL53 VWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,164 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SL53 VWC |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1396cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 VWC
What car is SL53 VWC?
SL53 VWC is an red Honda Civic, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 VWC?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 VWC was 119,431 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 VWC passed its MOT?
SL53 VWC has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2013.
Is SL53 VWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 VWC 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 SL53 VWC?
SL53 VWC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.