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P21 NLP

1997 Honda Nsx

Green Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

77,771 mi
Last recorded77,771 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Nsx61,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 NLP
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 77,771 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 76,438 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 73,590 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 73,193 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 71,915 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 71,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2020 70,888 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 69,845 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 68,522 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 67,697 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 65,912 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 64,338 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 62,202 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 61,240 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 61,001 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 59,782 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 58,381 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 58,056 miles

offside rear hub cap missing (oz)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 57,140 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 54,626 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 53,229 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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P21 NLP is a 1997 Honda Nsx in Green with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P21 NLP, 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

How do I check the history of P21 NLP?

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What year was P21 NLP registered?

P21 NLP is a 1997 Honda Nsx, first registered on 6 January 1997.

Is P21 NLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P21 NLP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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