2003 Honda S2000 2.0L Petrol · YY03 OKM
2003 Honda S2000 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 54,519 miles. MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- HONDA S2000
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,519 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YY03 OKM Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2025
- 54,519 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
YY03 OKM Mileage History
- 06/07/200618,585 mi
- 29/06/200724,043 mi+5,458 mi
- 29/04/200924,073 mi+30 mi
- 15/03/201224,263 mi+190 mi
- 14/03/201325,897 mi+1,634 mi
- 05/03/201427,754 mi+1,857 mi
- 24/03/201529,057 mi+1,303 mi
- 18/03/201632,557 mi+3,500 mi
- 20/03/201735,545 mi+2,988 mi
- 20/03/201838,160 mi+2,615 mi
- 23/05/201940,444 mi+2,284 mi
- 18/11/202043,723 mi+3,279 mi
- 01/11/202145,797 mi+2,074 mi
- 01/11/202145,797 mi
- 17/11/202248,051 mi+2,254 mi
- 22/11/202248,051 mi
- 21/11/202350,180 mi+2,129 mi
- 20/11/202452,277 mi+2,097 mi
- 10/11/202554,519 mi+2,242 mi
- 11/11/202554,519 mi
Average of roughly 1,857 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
YY03 OKM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Honda S2000 (YY03 OKM) between July 2006 and November 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (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: “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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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