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S21 NSX

1998 Honda Nsx

Red Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,842 mi
Last recorded72,842 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Nsx70,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS21 NSX
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 72,842 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2025 72,833 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 72,486 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 72,388 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 72,250 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 70,799 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 70,198 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 70,198 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 68,293 miles

215/40zr17 87y front

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 64,717 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 62,982 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 61,401 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 61,401 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 59,158 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 56,458 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 52,528 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 50,102 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 45,992 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 45,677 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2009 45,372 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 45,019 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 44,725 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 44,435 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 43,881 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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S21 NSX is a 1998 Honda Nsx in Red with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 70,849 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 Nsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 191 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S21 NSX, 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 28 years old, this Honda Nsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S21 NSX?

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What year was S21 NSX registered?

S21 NSX is a 1998 Honda Nsx, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S21 NSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S21 NSX shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S21 NSX have outstanding finance?

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