Honda Nsx
From 1,092 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off, a headlamp or light source missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off | 4 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| audible warning inoperative | 2 |
| a battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 2 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 2 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 50% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on a steered axle | 2 |
| low pressure warning gauge or indicator malfunctioning or defective | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 97.7% | number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. |
| 1991 | 95% | fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap |
Typical mileage
Half of all Nsxs tested had between 5,883 and 41,016 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 19,292 median miles, the Nsx has 0.02 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Nsx MOT pass rate?
The Honda Nsx has a 96.2% MOT pass rate based on 1,092 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Nsx?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Nsx is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Nsx at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Nsx is 19,292 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,883 and 41,016 miles.
Buying a used Nsx?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.