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FV09 NBJ

2009 Honda S2000

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

54,798 mi
Last recorded54,798 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda S200033,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 NBJ
MakeHonda
ModelS2000
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 54,798 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 52,744 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all front suspension components corroded

washer bottle leaking

Fail 10 Dec 2021 52,744 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all front suspension components corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2020 55,133 miles

All front suspension components corroded

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2020 51,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All front suspension components corroded

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 49,111 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 42,274 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2018 42,274 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 39,679 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked

Offside Front tyre cracked

Offside Rear caliper binding

Fail 2 Jun 2017 39,678 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre cracked

Offside Front tyre cracked

Offside Rear caliper binding

Pass 26 May 2016 37,454 miles

Nearside Front cracked

Offside Front cracked

Offside Front punctured (nail)

Fail 25 May 2016 37,452 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front cracked

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

Offside Front cracked

Offside Front punctured (nail)

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

Pass 21 May 2015 35,006 miles

front tyres cracked

Pass 30 May 2014 32,279 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 23,805 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 17,940 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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FV09 NBJ is a 2009 Honda S2000 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FV09 NBJ, 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 FV09 NBJ registered?

FV09 NBJ is a 2009 Honda S2000, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is FV09 NBJ safe to buy?

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