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R968 TLL

1997 Honda Nsx

Purple Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,107 mi
Last recorded44,107 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Nsx61,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR968 TLL
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 44,107 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 43,248 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 42,755 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 41,991 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 41,991 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 41,376 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 40,341 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 39,981 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 38,246 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 36,768 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 35,707 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 34,684 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 34,684 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,937 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 31,022 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 29,651 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 29,646 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 29,639 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 29,635 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 29,185 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 29,116 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 28,996 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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R968 TLL is a 1997 Honda Nsx in Purple with a 2,977cc 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 R968 TLL, 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 R968 TLL registered?

R968 TLL is a 1997 Honda Nsx, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R968 TLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R968 TLL 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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