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DK53 UKU

2003 Tvr Tamora

Blue Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,099 mi
Last recorded27,099 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Tvr Tamora27,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 UKU
MakeTvr
ModelTamora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 27,099 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 26,979 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 24,880 miles

Rear reverse light inoperative

Fail 20 Jul 2021 24,875 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear reverse light inoperative

Pass 30 Jun 2017 24,298 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 21,318 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 21,318 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing i nut missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 17,732 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 13,089 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 11,477 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 7,458 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 6,257 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 4,289 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 334 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Tamora?

Based on 4,941 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
1,246
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 86
Headlamp aim too high 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 59
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 52
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DK53 UKU is a 2003 Tvr Tamora in Blue with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Tvr Tamora models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 27,595 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Tamora fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK53 UKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tamora typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Tvr Tamora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK53 UKU registered?

DK53 UKU is a 2003 Tvr Tamora, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DK53 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 UKU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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