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FG53 YBO

2003 Honda S2000

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

164,048 mi
Last recorded164,048 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda S200060,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 YBO
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 164,048 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 161,691 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 159,540 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 157,194 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 155,732 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 155,732 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 153,531 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 153,508 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system junction box leaking pipe to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2018 151,421 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both undersills corroded in placers

Fail 30 Oct 2018 151,421 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to both to rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both undersills corroded in placers

Pass 16 Oct 2017 148,679 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 146,097 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slight cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 143,380 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 143,380 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 140,841 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 135,720 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 123,820 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 113,230 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 101,249 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 87,768 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 76,071 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 60,390 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 43,390 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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FG53 YBO is a 2003 Honda S2000 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FG53 YBO, 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 FG53 YBO registered?

FG53 YBO is a 2003 Honda S2000, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is FG53 YBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 YBO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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