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E158 GLM

1987 Tvr S1

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,390 mi
Last recorded50,390 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 1987 Tvr S152,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE158 GLM
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 May 2013 50,390 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 50,390 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 50,319 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 50,105 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

outer chassis tubes have rust forming

Fail 9 Nov 2009 50,105 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

outer chassis tubes have rust forming

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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E158 GLM is a 1987 Tvr S1 in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Tvr S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 52,566 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 S1 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E158 GLM, 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 39 years old, this Tvr S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E158 GLM registered?

E158 GLM is a 1987 Tvr S1, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E158 GLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E158 GLM 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.

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