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A280 JNX

1984 Tvr Tasmin

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,978 mi
Last recorded74,978 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1984 Tvr Tasmin62,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA280 JNX
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 74,978 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 74,977 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe damaged Plastic fuel pipe rubbing on sharp edge of a body component and cut. (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Goes out when position lamps turned on. (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's seat insecure Nut missing from inner rear mounting stud. (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure Nut loose on outer rear mounting stud. (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti roll bar end touching suspension spring.

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Tvr Tasmin?

Based on 6,420 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 216
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Headlamp aim too low 156
brake binding 143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
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A280 JNX is a 1984 Tvr Tasmin in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 62,143 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tvr Tasmin fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A280 JNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tasmin typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 42 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A280 JNX registered?

A280 JNX is a 1984 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 2 May 1984.

Is A280 JNX safe to buy?

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