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J555 NSX

1991 Honda Nsx

Red Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,564 mi
Last recorded157,564 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda Nsx70,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 NSX
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 157,564 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 154,284 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2023 152,669 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 150,176 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 149,003 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 148,074 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 146,361 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 145,467 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2017 141,938 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 136,719 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 128,928 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 127,931 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Jan 2015 127,931 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 125,524 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 122,874 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 119,174 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Nov 2011 119,174 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 116,692 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2009 114,410 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Number Plate Cracked

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 111,375 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 107,429 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 101,816 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 101,816 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 98,628 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

four small cracks in zone B of windsceen

front number plate cracked

slight engine oil leak

two small cracks in zone A of windsreen but within spec

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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J555 NSX is a 1991 Honda Nsx in Red with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J555 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

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What year was J555 NSX registered?

J555 NSX is a 1991 Honda Nsx, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J555 NSX safe to buy?

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