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RF52 PBY

2002 Honda S2000

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

54,414 mi
Last recorded54,414 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda S200066,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 PBY
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 54,414 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Jan 2026 54,414 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 51,578 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive diff drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 49,896 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Strip clean etc (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 49,763 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 49,707 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 49,168 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 49,168 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2019 48,769 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 48,429 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 48,259 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 47,830 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 47,704 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 37,842 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 33,600 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 30,689 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 28,530 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 25,027 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 22,914 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 20,899 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 18,600 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 18,580 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Honda S2000?

Based on 158,239 MOT tests across 9,783 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
2,748
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
9,783
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,528
brake binding 1,715
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,547
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,521
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,386
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RF52 PBY is a 2002 Honda S2000 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2002 Honda S2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 66,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda S2000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,528 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF52 PBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda S2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Honda S2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF52 PBY registered?

RF52 PBY is a 2002 Honda S2000, first registered on 20 November 2002.

Is RF52 PBY safe to buy?

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