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E379 BJA

1988 Tvr S1

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

55,482 mi
Last recorded55,482 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 1988 Tvr S166,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE379 BJA
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 55,482 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 54,946 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 54,693 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 53,940 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 52,950 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 51,383 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 49,808 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 47,846 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 47,712 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 46,839 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 46,112 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 45,057 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 45,057 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 May 2007 42,514 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 42,360 miles

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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E379 BJA is a 1988 Tvr S1 in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1988 Tvr S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 66,607 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E379 BJA, 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 38 years old, this Tvr S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E379 BJA registered?

E379 BJA is a 1988 Tvr S1, first registered on 11 May 1988.

Is E379 BJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E379 BJA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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