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SM03 ESY

2003 Honda Civic · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 134,281 miles on the clock, averaging 7,570 miles per year, around 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 SM03 ESY

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,281
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,570

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,281 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,560
Average per year7,570
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM03 ESY 36k60k85k110k134k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage134,281 miles
Since last MOT+1,560 miles
PASS
Mileage132,721 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,721 miles
Since last MOT+1,724 miles
PASS
Mileage130,997 miles
Since last MOT+3,702 miles
PASS
Mileage127,295 miles
Since last MOT+167 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,128 miles
Since last MOT+7,853 miles
PASS
Mileage119,275 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,268 miles
Since last MOT+7,419 miles
PASS
Mileage111,849 miles
Since last MOT+8,595 miles
PASS
Mileage103,254 miles
Since last MOT+7,900 miles
PASS
Mileage95,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,354 miles
Since last MOT+9,800 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,554 miles
Since last MOT+9,649 miles
PASS
Mileage75,905 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,903 miles
Since last MOT+8,740 miles
PASS
Mileage67,163 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,159 miles
Since last MOT+9,346 miles
PASS
Mileage57,813 miles
Since last MOT+10,693 miles
PASS
Mileage47,120 miles
Since last MOT+11,431 miles
PASS
Mileage35,689 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

RegistrationSM03 ESY
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SM03 ESY

What car is SM03 ESY?

SM03 ESY is an black Honda Civic, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SM03 ESY?

The last recorded mileage for SM03 ESY was 134,281 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM03 ESY passed its MOT?

SM03 ESY has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 2 Apr 2019.

Is SM03 ESY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 ESY 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 SM03 ESY?

SM03 ESY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.