Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SL53 VWO

2003 Honda Civic · Petrol · 1396cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1396cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 94,970 miles on the clock, averaging 5,546 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16V engine is known for d14z6.

MOT & Mileage History for SL53 VWO

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,970
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,546

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 reading94,970 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,546
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL53 VWO 41k54k68k81k95k '06'16'11

Check SL53 VWO

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,970 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,970 miles
Since last MOT+66 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,904 miles
Since last MOT+7,077 miles
PASS
Mileage87,827 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,827 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage80,440 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,439 miles
Since last MOT+3,177 miles
PASS
Mileage77,262 miles
Since last MOT+3,128 miles
PASS
Mileage74,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,134 miles
Since last MOT+3,599 miles
PASS
Mileage70,535 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,535 miles
PASS
Mileage107,932 miles
Since last MOT+46,605 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,327 miles
Since last MOT+10,819 miles
PASS
Mileage50,508 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,455 miles
Since last MOT+9,636 miles
PASS
Mileage40,819 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Honda Civic often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

D14Z6

Seals wear out prematurely, allowing oil to leak into cylinders.

Read our Honda Civic Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Honda Civic

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 VWO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1396cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More SL53 V plates

Browse all SL53 V registrations from Edinburgh.

About SL53 VWO

What car is SL53 VWO?

SL53 VWO is an red Honda Civic, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL53 VWO?

The last recorded mileage for SL53 VWO was 94,970 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL53 VWO passed its MOT?

SL53 VWO has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2016.

Is SL53 VWO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 VWO 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 VWO?

SL53 VWO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.