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H17 NSX

1991 Honda Nsx

Black Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

104,824 mi
Last recorded104,824 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1991 Honda Nsx70,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 NSX
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 104,824 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 103,728 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 103,077 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 103,070 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 103,030 miles

Engine Cover Fitted

Under Tray Fitted

Fail 5 Oct 2020 102,992 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2015 102,961 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Dec 2014 102,961 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 102,340 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2012 101,772 miles

Steering lock not working.

Fail 15 Mar 2012 101,769 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Steering lock not working.

Pass 22 Mar 2011 101,228 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 101,224 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 99,870 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2009 96,795 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 96,795 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 93,591 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 92,513 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 21 Feb 2006 91,968 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Nsx?

Based on 8,302 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
901
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 191
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 61
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 57
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 46
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H17 NSX is a 1991 Honda Nsx in Black with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1991 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 70,272 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 Nsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 191 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H17 NSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nsx typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Honda Nsx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H17 NSX is a 1991 Honda Nsx, first registered on 1 March 1991.

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