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SM09 FMG

2009 Honda S2000

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,498 mi
Last recorded38,498 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda S200033,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 FMG
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 38,498 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 37,140 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 36,335 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 36,335 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 35,767 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 34,150 miles

Coil spring corroded Front and rear springs corroded, both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe has corrosion (2.1.2 (e) (i))

General under vehicle corrosion

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Subframe has corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear upper and lower arms and track control arms, Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 33,244 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 33,101 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 29,386 miles

advise slight play in the offside front antiroll bar link

Pass 22 May 2018 28,606 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 21,371 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 21,235 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 21,235 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 19,694 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 17,689 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 15,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 12,459 miles

rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edge

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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SM09 FMG is a 2009 Honda S2000 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Honda S2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 33,540 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 SM09 FMG, 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 17 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 SM09 FMG registered?

SM09 FMG is a 2009 Honda S2000, first registered on 2 June 2009.

Is SM09 FMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 FMG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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