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E17 NSX

1991 Honda Nsx

Red Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,563 mi
Last recorded60,563 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Honda Nsx70,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE17 NSX
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 60,563 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 60,317 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 60,013 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 58,438 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 55,222 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 55,207 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 55,163 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 55,047 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 55,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 54,401 miles

Rear fog light pale in operation but not showing white light to rear at time of test

Washer working but operation seam poor for vehicle type

Pass 8 Sep 2016 52,664 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 52,448 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 52,020 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 52,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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E17 NSX is a 1991 Honda Nsx in Red with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 70,272 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E17 NSX, 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 35 years old, this Honda Nsx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E17 NSX?

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What year was E17 NSX registered?

E17 NSX is a 1991 Honda Nsx, first registered on 1 June 1991.

Is E17 NSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E17 NSX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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