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P27 OLU

1997 Honda Nsx

Orange Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,331 mi
Last recorded106,331 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Nsx61,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP27 OLU
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 106,331 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 105,393 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 104,025 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 103,494 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 102,899 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 102,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 101,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 100,175 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 98,466 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 95,221 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 94,125 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 92,466 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 90,334 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 87,571 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f headlamp slightly dull

Pass 13 Sep 2011 84,134 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 79,118 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 79,118 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 74,826 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 68,006 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 63,996 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 63,996 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 55,031 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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P27 OLU is a 1997 Honda Nsx in Orange with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P27 OLU, 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 P27 OLU registered?

P27 OLU is a 1997 Honda Nsx, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P27 OLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P27 OLU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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