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C5 TOY

1997 Honda Nsx

Silver Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

58,395 mi
Last recorded58,395 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Nsx61,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 TOY
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 58,395 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 58,278 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 58,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 58,233 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 58,073 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 58,024 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 58,007 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 57,965 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 57,942 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 57,643 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 57,628 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 56,980 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 56,954 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 56,159 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 55,268 miles

nearside front and offside front inner wheel arches have liners fitted not allowing full inspection

nearside outer and offside outer sills have covers fitted not allowing full inspection

nearside rear and offside rear inner wheel arches have liners fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Jan 2011 53,466 miles

damage to nearside front under wing panel

Pass 28 Oct 2009 52,130 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 48,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 48,796 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 45,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 19 Oct 2007 45,374 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Oct 2006 39,853 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 35,389 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Nsx?

Based on 8,302 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
901
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 191
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 61
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 57
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 46
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C5 TOY is a 1997 Honda Nsx in Silver with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 61,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Nsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 191 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C5 TOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nsx typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Nsx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C5 TOY registered?

C5 TOY is a 1997 Honda Nsx, first registered on 8 December 1997.

Is C5 TOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 TOY shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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