1999 Honda S2000 2.0L Petrol · T238 DHY
1999 Honda S2000 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1999. Recorded mileage 140,148 miles. MOT valid until 08 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- HONDA S2000
- Year / Origin
- 1999
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,148 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
T238 DHY Key Findings
- 32 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 140,148 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 12 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (45 mentions)
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.
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Known faults for Honda Honda S2000
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T238 DHY Mileage History
- 13/07/200647,358 mi
- 19/07/200647,578 mi+220 mi
- 13/07/200757,211 mi+9,633 mi
- 13/07/200757,212 mi+1 mi
- 27/06/200864,667 mi+7,455 mi
- 27/06/200864,667 mi
- 24/06/200972,329 mi+7,662 mi
- 24/06/200972,329 mi
- 08/06/201078,569 mi+6,240 mi
- 01/06/201185,635 mi+7,066 mi
- 18/05/201293,483 mi+7,848 mi
- 30/05/2013101,438 mi+7,955 mi
- 27/05/2014108,242 mi+6,804 mi
- 29/05/2014108,246 mi+4 mi
- 27/05/2015114,450 mi+6,204 mi
- 29/05/2015114,456 mi+6 mi
- 20/05/2016120,821 mi+6,365 mi
- 20/05/2016120,821 mi
- 19/05/2017127,690 mi+6,869 mi
- 19/05/2017127,690 mi
- 18/05/2018133,850 mi+6,160 mi
- 21/05/2018133,862 mi+12 mi
- 30/05/2019135,371 mi+1,509 mi
- 31/05/2019135,376 mi+5 mi
- 01/12/2020137,206 mi+1,830 mi
- 22/11/2021137,930 mi+724 mi
- 15/11/2022138,661 mi+731 mi
- 16/11/2023139,054 mi+393 mi
- 16/11/2023139,054 mi
- 02/12/2024139,453 mi+399 mi
- 09/12/2024139,459 mi+6 mi
- 25/11/2025140,148 mi+689 mi
Average of roughly 4,790 miles per year across 32 recorded odometer readings.
T238 DHY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
32 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Honda S2000 (T238 DHY) between July 2006 and November 2025.
The record contains 20 passes and 12 failures.
The most recent test on 25 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 12 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (45 issues), Bodywork (20 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Windscreen (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 74 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: “Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural st”; “Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of”; “Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm o”.
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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