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N5 XLM

2001 Honda Nsx

Blue Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,968 mi
Last recorded33,968 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Nsx37,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 XLM
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 33,968 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 33,947 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 33,944 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 33,828 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 33,826 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 33,699 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 33,483 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 33,377 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 33,265 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 32,410 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 31,634 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 28,550 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,302 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 26,169 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 22,480 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 22,449 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 19,189 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 19,189 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2007 15,849 miles

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

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

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

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

moisture in rear light lenses

Pass 24 May 2006 11,536 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 11,496 miles

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

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

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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N5 XLM is a 2001 Honda Nsx in Blue with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 37,661 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 N5 XLM, 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 25 years old, this Honda Nsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N5 XLM registered?

N5 XLM is a 2001 Honda Nsx, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is N5 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 XLM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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