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4540 AZ

2002 Tvr Tuscan

Purple Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

51,217 mi
Last recorded51,217 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Tvr Tuscan29,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration4540 AZ
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 51,217 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 47,913 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 45,051 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 41,380 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 38,101 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 38,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 35,336 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 30,333 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 24,825 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,094 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 21,284 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 19,298 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 19,291 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 18,118 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 16,950 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brakes pass.. bit low, just had discs skimned and new pads fitted..

Pass 15 Aug 2009 16,950 miles

brakes pass.. bit low, just had discs skimned and new pads fitted..

Pass 9 Apr 2008 14,963 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 10,451 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 7,785 miles

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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4540 AZ is a 2002 Tvr Tuscan in Purple with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,555 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 4540 AZ, 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 24 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 4540 AZ registered?

4540 AZ is a 2002 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is 4540 AZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4540 AZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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