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WK53 CHJ

2003 Honda S2000

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,852 mi
Last recorded60,852 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda S200060,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 CHJ
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 60,852 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads close to screamer bar (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

steering and suspension components have slight corrosion

Pass 19 Jun 2025 60,675 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 60,420 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 60,420 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 60,060 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 59,572 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 58,370 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 58,282 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 57,683 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 57,468 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 56,902 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 56,666 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs scored and pitted

rear brake discs deteriorated and corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2014 56,322 miles

fluid seapage from brake master cylinder

Pass 17 Dec 2013 54,951 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 54,132 miles

nearside wiper blade rubber deteriorating

Pass 11 Nov 2011 53,603 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 49,483 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 36,277 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 32,057 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 25,780 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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WK53 CHJ is a 2003 Honda S2000 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Honda S2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 60,425 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 WK53 CHJ, 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 23 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 WK53 CHJ registered?

WK53 CHJ is a 2003 Honda S2000, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is WK53 CHJ safe to buy?

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