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N5 XVG

1996 Honda Nsx

Yellow Petrol 2977cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

132,903 mi
Last recorded132,903 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Nsx74,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 XVG
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 132,903 miles

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

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))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 131,828 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 130,116 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 129,238 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 127,688 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 126,248 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 125,339 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 123,272 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 123,268 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2017 119,476 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 115,884 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 112,907 miles

Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 109,934 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 107,319 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 105,473 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 101,563 miles

o/s/f sidelight dim

Pass 15 Sep 2010 97,068 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 96,963 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 90,574 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 20 Feb 2009 89,165 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 85,798 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 79,599 miles

N/S/R inner cv boot clip missing

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 72,811 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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N5 XVG is a 1996 Honda Nsx in Yellow with a 2,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 74,219 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XVG, 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 30 years old, this Honda Nsx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N5 XVG registered?

N5 XVG is a 1996 Honda Nsx, first registered on 28 October 1996.

Is N5 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 XVG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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