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ML03 LJL

2003 Honda S2000

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,194 mi
Last recorded35,194 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda S200060,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 LJL
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 35,194 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 35,194 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 35,008 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 34,734 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 34,273 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

chips in windscreen

Pass 7 Apr 2017 33,580 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 31,097 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 29,336 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 28,162 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 25,648 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,712 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 21,261 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 19,049 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Apr 2010 19,049 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)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 15,234 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 13,829 miles

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)

Fail 14 Apr 2008 13,829 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 2 Apr 2007 12,856 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 9,689 miles

How Reliable is the Honda S2000?

Based on 158,239 MOT tests across 9,783 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
2,748
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
9,783
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,528
brake binding 1,715
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,547
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,521
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,386
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ML03 LJL is a 2003 Honda S2000 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda S2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 60,425 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda S2000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,528 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML03 LJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda S2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Honda S2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML03 LJL registered?

ML03 LJL is a 2003 Honda S2000, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is ML03 LJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML03 LJL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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