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RV05 XWJ

2005 Honda S2000

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

143,441 mi
Last recorded143,441 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda S200053,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 XWJ
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 143,441 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

surface corrosion of underbody and rear crash bar

Fail 5 Dec 2025 143,441 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected not working and warning light on (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

surface corrosion of underbody and rear crash bar

Pass 27 Mar 2021 143,350 miles

front number plate cracked

windscreen stone chipped

Pass 7 Feb 2020 143,103 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 143,103 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 139,186 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 May 2018 139,186 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

parking brake lever has poor reserve travel

Pass 27 May 2017 132,619 miles

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

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

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

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

exhaust heat shield loose

nearside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

neatrside front tyre sidewall damaged and showing signs of deteriorating

Fail 27 May 2017 132,619 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

exhaust heat shield loose

nearside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

neatrside front tyre sidewall damaged and showing signs of deteriorating

Fail 27 May 2017 132,618 miles

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

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

Offside Front worn inner edge

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

Pass 26 May 2016 125,760 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 May 2016 125,760 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 May 2015 119,990 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 May 2015 119,990 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 May 2014 114,633 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 107,667 miles

rattle from catalytic conerter

slight damage to nearside front tyre and nearside rear tyre outer wall

Fail 9 May 2013 107,667 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rattle from catalytic converter

slight damage to nearside front tyre and nearside rear tyre outer walls

Pass 11 May 2012 96,735 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 96,725 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 82,909 miles

exhaust catalyst rattling/breaking up.

Fail 7 May 2011 82,888 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

exhaust catalyst rattling/breaking up.

Pass 23 Apr 2010 69,998 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 53,887 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)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 39,235 miles

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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RV05 XWJ is a 2005 Honda S2000 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2005 Honda S2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 53,119 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 RV05 XWJ, 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 21 years old, this Honda S2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV05 XWJ registered?

RV05 XWJ is a 2005 Honda S2000, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is RV05 XWJ safe to buy?

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