2003 Honda S2000 2.0L Petrol · AV53 UPJ
2003 Honda S2000 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 07/11/2003. Recorded mileage 130,756 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- HONDA S2000
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/09/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,756 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1997cc
AV53 UPJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2023
- 130,756 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Honda Honda S2000
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AV53 UPJ Mileage History
- 21/08/2021122,884 mi
- 02/09/2021122,924 mi+40 mi
- 17/08/2022126,067 mi+3,143 mi
- 22/08/2023130,756 mi+4,689 mi
Average of roughly 3,933 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
AV53 UPJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Honda S2000 (AV53 UPJ) between August 2021 and August 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: HONDA S2000
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Timing Chain Tensioner Rattle(Moderate)
A worn timing-chain tensioner causes an unmistakable rattle on startup or around idle, and ignoring it risks the chain jumping and damaging the engine.
- Structural Corrosion(Serious)
Rust in the rear arches, sills, chassis rails, subframes and boot floor is the biggest financial risk on UK S2000s and can easily turn a tidy-looking car into a restoration case.
- Soft-Top Wear and Water Ingress(Moderate)
The hood fabric, seals and frame wear with age, causing tears, leaks and expensive replacements, especially on cars that live outside.
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