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E5 NSX

1997 Honda Nsx

Green Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,752 mi
Last recorded64,752 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Nsx61,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 NSX
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2024 64,752 miles

FRONT NO.PLATE CRACKED

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 64,385 miles

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front no. plate cracked

Pass 16 May 2022 63,997 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 63,631 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 63,188 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 63,084 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 63,053 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 63,014 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 62,953 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 62,449 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 61,679 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 57,977 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 55,049 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 54,201 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 52,724 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 51,134 miles

slight play in both front lower swivels

Pass 21 Apr 2007 48,514 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 46,095 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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E5 NSX is a 1997 Honda Nsx in Green with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E5 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 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 E5 NSX registered?

E5 NSX is a 1997 Honda Nsx, first registered on 14 January 1997.

Is E5 NSX safe to buy?

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