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J888 NSX

1998 Honda Nsx

Orange Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,542 mi
Last recorded114,542 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda Nsx70,849 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ888 NSX
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 114,542 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 114,528 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 113,397 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 112,558 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 112,525 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 16 May 2018 111,273 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 109,488 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 107,115 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 104,989 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 104,988 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 102,211 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 97,215 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 92,014 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 May 2010 91,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 14 May 2009 91,689 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 91,047 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 90,498 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 89,162 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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J888 NSX is a 1998 Honda Nsx in Orange with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 70,849 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 J888 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 28 years old, this Honda Nsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J888 NSX registered?

J888 NSX is a 1998 Honda Nsx, first registered on 5 January 1998.

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