2003 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · P165 BBB
2003 Honda Civic (1.6L, petrol). First registered 16 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 82,937 miles. MOT valid until 06 Nov 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CIVIC
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,937 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P165 BBB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2026
- 82,937 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P165 BBB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Honda Civic (P165 BBB) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
P165 BBB Mileage History
- 26/10/202378,072 mi
- 28/10/202480,419 mi+2,347 mi
- 14/10/202582,478 mi+2,059 mi
- 28/10/202682,937 mi+459 mi
- 28/10/202682,937 mi
Average of roughly 1,618 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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