2003 Honda S2000 2.0L Petrol · RG53 GUX
2003 Honda S2000 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 20/10/2003. Recorded mileage 87,437 miles. MOT valid until 25/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- HONDA S2000
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,437 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1997cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
RG53 GUX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2025
- 87,437 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: 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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RG53 GUX Mileage History
- 15/02/202286,647 mi
- 15/02/202286,647 mi
- 14/03/202387,197 mi+550 mi
- 26/09/202587,437 mi+240 mi
Average of roughly 219 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
RG53 GUX 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 (RG53 GUX) between February 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 September 2025 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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