2002 Honda S2000 2.0L Petrol · MW52 YZC
2002 Honda S2000 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 25/09/2002. Recorded mileage 80,304 miles. MOT valid until 12/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- HONDA S2000
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,304 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1997cc
MW52 YZC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2025
- 80,304 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
MW52 YZC Mileage History
- 11/10/202380,162 mi
- 13/12/202480,164 mi+2 mi
- 16/12/202480,164 mi
- 11/11/202580,302 mi+138 mi
- 13/11/202580,304 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 68 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MW52 YZC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Honda S2000 (MW52 YZC) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (MW52 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as MW52YZC.
VAUXHALL
ADAM
FORD
FIESTA
VOLVO
XC70
FORD
FIESTA
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLVO
XC40
POLESTAR
POLESTAR 2 EV FWD
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
FORD
GRAND C-MAX
VAUXHALL
VECTRA
VOLVO
XC60