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NSX 5

1991 Honda Nsx

Red Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,091 mi
Last recorded55,091 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Honda Nsx70,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSX 5
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 55,091 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 54,149 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 54,031 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 53,818 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 53,059 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 51,411 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 50,776 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 50,403 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 50,318 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 49,660 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 49,223 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 49,223 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 48,692 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 May 2012 47,658 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 46,816 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 44,972 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 42,476 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

nearside rear tyre tread area cut

Pass 25 Mar 2008 37,986 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 33,530 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2005 32,967 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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NSX 5 is a 1991 Honda Nsx in Red with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 NSX 5, 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

How do I check the history of NSX 5?

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What year was NSX 5 registered?

NSX 5 is a 1991 Honda Nsx, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is NSX 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSX 5 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.

Does NSX 5 have outstanding finance?

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