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XFZ 8721

2001 Honda S2000

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

96,758 mi
Last recorded96,758 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda S200071,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFZ 8721
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 96,758 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 96,548 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion to inner sill and arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main pipes corroded at ends, at rear flexi-hose unions (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 95,903 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Mar 2022 94,041 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 94,041 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 91,410 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 90,670 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 88,901 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 88,886 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 84,716 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 84,691 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

underbody and brake pipes waxoiled

Pass 10 Sep 2015 76,541 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 76,541 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 65,834 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 65,834 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil level low

Pass 9 Jan 2008 63,127 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 63,127 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 55,149 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2007 55,149 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 51,345 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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XFZ 8721 is a 2001 Honda S2000 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2001 Honda S2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 71,236 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 XFZ 8721, 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 25 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 XFZ 8721 registered?

XFZ 8721 is a 2001 Honda S2000, first registered on 8 January 2001.

Is XFZ 8721 safe to buy?

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