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N5 XRC

1997 Honda Nsx

Purple Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

47,651 mi
Last recorded47,651 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Nsx61,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 XRC
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 47,651 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 46,948 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 46,412 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 45,521 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 45,237 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 45,088 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 44,902 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 44,633 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 44,241 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 43,561 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 43,476 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 43,412 miles

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)

Fail 11 Mar 2013 43,408 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 41,552 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 40,553 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 39,885 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 39,675 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2008 39,319 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 39,232 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 38,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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N5 XRC is a 1997 Honda Nsx in Purple with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N5 XRC, 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 N5 XRC registered?

N5 XRC is a 1997 Honda Nsx, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is N5 XRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 XRC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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