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S5 NSX

2004 Honda Nsx

Red Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

41,711 mi
Last recorded41,711 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Nsx32,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 NSX
MakeHonda
ModelNsx
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 41,711 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 41,670 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 41,591 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 41,553 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 41,337 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 41,231 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 40,894 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 40,448 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 39,895 miles

engine management light is on

Pass 3 Jul 2015 38,848 miles

engine management light is on

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

offside rear tyre on 4mm

Pass 2 Jul 2014 37,052 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres have cuts to tread

Pass 12 Jul 2013 36,189 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 34,933 miles

engine management light on

eps light on

Fail 7 Jul 2012 34,933 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

engine management light on

eps light on

Pass 21 Jun 2011 33,002 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 33,002 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 32,554 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 32,064 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 26,573 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 23,507 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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S5 NSX is a 2004 Honda Nsx in Red with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2004 Honda Nsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 32,064 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 S5 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 22 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 S5 NSX registered?

S5 NSX is a 2004 Honda Nsx, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is S5 NSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 NSX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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