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R136 TLF

1997 Honda Nsx

Red Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

92,190 mi
Last recorded92,190 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Nsx61,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 TLF
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 92,190 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 91,732 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 91,312 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 91,129 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 90,751 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 90,369 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 90,185 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 89,919 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 89,601 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 89,464 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 89,371 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 86,808 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 83,527 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 81,355 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2012 78,247 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 75,822 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 69,701 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 68,490 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 68,490 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust heatshield adrift

Pass 11 Feb 2009 65,354 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 61,200 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 57,230 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 52,351 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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R136 TLF is a 1997 Honda Nsx in Red with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 R136 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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What year was R136 TLF registered?

R136 TLF is a 1997 Honda Nsx, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R136 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R136 TLF shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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