2003 Honda Civic 1.7L Petrol · YP03 LGG
2003 Honda Civic (1.7L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 125,778 miles. MOT expired on 02 Dec 2025. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CIVIC
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Dec 2025
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,778 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP03 LGG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/12/2025
- 125,778 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 20 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YP03 LGG 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 (YP03 LGG) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 December 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread seperating away from side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake insecure brake back plate likely to foul disc (1.1.21 (c))”; “Nearside Front Brake insecure brake back plate likely to foul disc (1.1.21 (c))”.
YP03 LGG Mileage History
- 29/11/2023121,985 mi
- 30/11/2023121,985 mi
- 12/11/2024125,121 mi+3,136 mi
- 12/11/2024125,122 mi+1 mi
- 11/12/2025125,778 mi+656 mi
Average of roughly 1,865 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution. The most recen
The primary priority is verifying whether the extensive list of failures from the December 2025 test has been professionally rectified. Demand receipts for the brake disc replacements, the oil leak repair, and the steering linkage work.
Given the number of faults—including mismatched tyre sizes and insecure components—this vehicle requires a thorough mechanical inspection. Negotiate the price heavily to account for the likely cost of bringing the vehicle back to a safe, roadworthy standard.
The 1.668L petrol engine provides reasonable economy for its age, though maintenance costs are likely to be higher than average due to the recorded wear on suspension and braking systems.
Insurance for a 2003 Civic is generally affordable, and road tax will fall into a standard bracket for this engine size. However, the recurring tyre and suspension issues seen in the MOT history suggest a higher-than-average annual spend on wear-and-tear items.
Focus heavily on the braking system; the record notes worn and pitted discs, poor parking brake efficiency, and insufficient pedal travel. Inspect the engine bay for the recorded oil leak and ensure the battery is now securely mounted in its carrier.
Check all four tyres to ensure they are of the correct size and have no cord exposure, as mismatched and perished tyres were recurring issues in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Finally, check the underside of the front bumper and under tray, which were recorded as insecure.
This 2003 blue Honda Civic has covered 125,778 miles. While the total mileage is below the model average, the MOT history shows a concerning trend, culminating in a comprehensive failure in December 2025 involving the brakes, steering, and engine leaks.
The Civic has a respectable aggregate MOT pass rate of 78.1%, though this specific example currently shows significant wear.
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