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S2 KAU

2002 Honda S2000

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,193 mi
Last recorded102,193 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda S200066,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 KAU
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 102,193 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 99,209 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 99,209 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 96,283 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 96,283 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 92,225 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 87,327 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 83,606 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 77,378 miles

Both front tyres are getting close to the legal limit

Engine covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Mar 2018 75,786 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 72,104 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 69,120 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 64,663 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 61,601 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 57,874 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 52,887 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 45,531 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 36,678 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 34,315 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 34,315 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 30,697 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 27,983 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 24,507 miles

tracking check

Pass 24 Sep 2005 21,800 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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S2 KAU is a 2002 Honda S2000 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S2 KAU, 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 S2 KAU registered?

S2 KAU is a 2002 Honda S2000, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is S2 KAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 KAU 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.

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