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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 73,936 miles on the clock, averaging 4,499 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16V engine is known for d14z6.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 BSY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,936 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,171 |
| Average per year | 4,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SM53 BSY |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1396cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 BSY
What car is SM53 BSY?
SM53 BSY is an silver Honda Civic, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 BSY?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 BSY was 73,936 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 BSY passed its MOT?
SM53 BSY has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2016.
Is SM53 BSY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 BSY 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 SM53 BSY?
SM53 BSY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.