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N5 XYH

2002 Honda Nsx

Yellow Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

197,918 mi
Last recorded197,918 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda Nsx43,058 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 XYH
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 197,918 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 May 2024 196,490 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 190,040 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 179,787 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 173,785 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 170,862 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 166,459 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 163,051 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 156,109 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 148,864 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 138,757 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 138,749 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 125,753 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 125,749 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 112,302 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 99,315 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 85,303 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 70,721 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 57,003 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 40,477 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 XYH is a 2002 Honda Nsx in Yellow with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 43,058 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 XYH, 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 24 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 XYH registered?

N5 XYH is a 2002 Honda Nsx, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is N5 XYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 XYH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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