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RV03 XUM

2003 Honda S2000

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

135,575 mi
Last recorded135,575 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Honda S200060,425 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV03 XUM
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 135,575 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 129,672 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 124,783 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 122,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 6.5/5/4.5/3 mm and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front shock dust cover split

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 6/4.5/4.5/3.5 mm and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front shock dust cover split

Fail 7 Aug 2017 122,601 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part rubbing on anti roll bar (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Braking system leaking brake hose too caliper (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 6.5/5/4.5/3 mm and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front shock dust cover split

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 6/4.5/4.5/3.5 mm and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front shock dust cover split

Pass 29 Aug 2016 116,062 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

interior mirror missing

Fail 29 Aug 2016 116,062 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

interior mirror missing

Fail 24 Jul 2015 110,954 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 110,954 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 104,788 miles

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)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 104,788 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 102,865 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 102,865 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Aug 2012 97,427 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 97,427 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 94,688 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 87,258 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 87,258 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 80,320 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 76,095 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 66,167 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 56,674 miles

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

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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RV03 XUM is a 2003 Honda S2000 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda S2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 60,425 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 S2000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,528 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV03 XUM, 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 23 years old, this Honda S2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RV03 XUM registered?

RV03 XUM is a 2003 Honda S2000, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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