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42 DC

2004 Tvr Tuscan

Multi-colour Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

16,212 mi
Last recorded16,212 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Tvr Tuscan23,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration42 DC
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 16,212 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 16,202 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 16,113 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 16,037 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 15,977 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 15,792 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 15,774 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 15,592 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 15,592 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 15,368 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 15,289 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 15,169 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 14,924 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 14,922 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 13,954 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 12,800 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 10,955 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 7,081 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 4,896 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 4,673 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 4,531 miles

O/S ENGINE MOUNTING SPLIT

Fail 24 Apr 2007 4,531 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

O/S ENGINE MOUNTING SPLIT

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

How Reliable is the Tvr Tuscan?

Based on 24,752 MOT tests across 1,685 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
1,113
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 610
Headlamp aim too high 584
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 369
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 365
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 334
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42 DC is a 2004 Tvr Tuscan in Multi-colour with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 23,051 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Tuscan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 42 DC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tuscan typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 42 DC registered?

42 DC is a 2004 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 19 April 2004.

Is 42 DC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 42 DC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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