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V542 MAU

1999 Honda S2000

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

154,117 mi
Last recorded154,117 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 1999 Honda S200073,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV542 MAU
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 154,117 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 149,944 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 145,196 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 140,156 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2018 140,152 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 133,010 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 132,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 126,803 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 121,141 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Sep 2015 121,141 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Fail 15 Sep 2015 121,141 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2014 115,635 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 111,101 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 111,101 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 106,935 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 106,934 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 101,434 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 101,434 miles

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

Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 93,980 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 86,553 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 80,100 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 73,701 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 62,887 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 53,858 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2005 53,858 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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V542 MAU is a 1999 Honda S2000 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1999 Honda S2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 73,297 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 V542 MAU, 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 27 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 V542 MAU registered?

V542 MAU is a 1999 Honda S2000, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V542 MAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V542 MAU shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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