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AFX 853Y

1982 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

63,522 mi
Last recorded63,522 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2008
Typical for 1982 Tvr Tasmin64,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFX 853Y
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2008 63,522 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 63,485 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 63,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 63,159 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 63,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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AFX 853Y is a 1982 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 64,001 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 AFX 853Y, 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 44 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFX 853Y?

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What year was AFX 853Y registered?

AFX 853Y is a 1982 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 16 September 1982.

Is AFX 853Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFX 853Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFX 853Y have outstanding finance?

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