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DOV 201V

1980 Tvr S1

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,601 mi
Last recorded98,601 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOV 201V
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 98,601 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 98,601 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2019 97,799 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 97,218 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 96,805 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 May 2016 95,346 miles

Front brake application slightly uneven

Fail 10 May 2016 95,346 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front brake application slightly uneven

Pass 12 May 2015 93,066 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 91,372 miles

Minor exhaust blow.

Slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing.

Pass 20 Apr 2013 89,830 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 88,973 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 88,204 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 89,999 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 84,272 miles

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

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 1 May 2008 83,467 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 80,899 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 79,393 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2006 79,393 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

How Reliable is the Tvr S1?

Based on 1,615 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 32
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 30
Stop lamp not working 28
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DOV 201V is a 1980 Tvr S1 in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Tvr S1 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DOV 201V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 46 years old, this Tvr S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DOV 201V?

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What year was DOV 201V registered?

DOV 201V is a 1980 Tvr S1, first registered on 8 January 1980.

Is DOV 201V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOV 201V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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