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R131 TLF

1997 Honda Nsx

Red Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,979 mi
Last recorded49,979 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Nsx61,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 TLF
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc
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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 49,979 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 49,965 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 48,201 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 47,040 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose shield loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 45,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 45,226 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 43,835 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 43,835 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 42,208 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 41,042 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 39,949 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 39,911 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 39,050 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 39,050 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 37,478 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 37,349 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 36,221 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 34,747 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (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)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 33,391 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 31,513 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 29,243 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 28,111 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 22,660 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 21,404 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 20,176 miles

both front headlight aims on lower limits

unable to check hydraulic system fully due to rain water

Pass 25 Oct 2006 17,599 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 15,210 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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R131 TLF is a 1997 Honda Nsx in Red with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R131 TLF, 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.

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R131 TLF is a 1997 Honda Nsx, first registered on 30 September 1997.

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