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A438 JEL

1983 Tvr Tasmin

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

2,485 mi
Last recorded2,485 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1983 Tvr Tasmin68,244 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA438 JEL
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 2,485 miles

under neath

Pass 17 Sep 2024 1,570 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 1,487 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 1,487 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 1,276 miles

internal rear view mirror missing o/s and n/s fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2021 100,697 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 100,521 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 100,433 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 99,904 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 98,693 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 98,593 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 98,593 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively only has one (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 98,093 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 98,090 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 96,684 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 96,059 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 95,558 miles

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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A438 JEL is a 1983 Tvr Tasmin in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1983 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 68,244 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A438 JEL, 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 43 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A438 JEL registered?

A438 JEL is a 1983 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 10 October 1983.

Is A438 JEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A438 JEL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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