2006 Honda S2000 2.0L Petrol · RF06 VJN
2006 Honda S2000 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 80,820 miles. MOT valid until 10 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- HONDA S2000
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,820 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RF06 VJN Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/05/2026
- 80,820 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RF06 VJN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Honda S2000 (RF06 VJN) between July 2009 and May 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (13 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”.
RF06 VJN Mileage History
- 16/07/20094,305 mi
- 16/07/20105,280 mi+975 mi
- 04/07/201111,908 mi+6,628 mi
- 18/06/201219,453 mi+7,545 mi
- 18/04/201325,788 mi+6,335 mi
- 11/04/201431,563 mi+5,775 mi
- 01/04/201536,426 mi+4,863 mi
- 14/04/201638,294 mi+1,868 mi
- 15/04/201744,575 mi+6,281 mi
- 15/04/201744,575 mi
- 11/04/201859,169 mi+14,594 mi
- 16/04/201961,321 mi+2,152 mi
- 26/03/202062,119 mi+798 mi
- 14/04/202162,873 mi+754 mi
- 27/04/202363,893 mi+1,020 mi
- 28/04/202363,897 mi+4 mi
- 25/04/202472,493 mi+8,596 mi
- 25/04/202578,094 mi+5,601 mi
- 12/05/202680,820 mi+2,726 mi
Average of roughly 4,549 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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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- Timing Chain Tensioner RattleModerate
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 CorrosionSerious
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 IngressModerate
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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