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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 102,054 miles on the clock, averaging 4,762 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 FTD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 102,054 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 981 |
| Average per year | 4,762 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 FTD |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 FTD
What car is SM53 FTD?
SM53 FTD is an black Honda Civic, petrol (1396cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 FTD?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 FTD was 102,054 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 FTD passed its MOT?
SM53 FTD has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 31 Oct 2018.
Is SM53 FTD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 FTD 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 FTD?
SM53 FTD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.