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E396 BTT

1988 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

73,096 mi
Last recorded73,096 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2024
Typical for 1988 Tvr Tasmin54,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE396 BTT
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2024 73,096 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 72,905 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 72,578 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 72,240 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 72,039 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 71,375 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 70,709 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 70,050 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 69,571 miles

Offside Front slight play in anti roll bar bush

slight paly in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 14 Aug 2014 68,842 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 67,501 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 66,795 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 65,371 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2010 63,847 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2010 63,847 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 60,303 miles

Slight play on both rear wheel bearings / driveshafts

Pass 15 Apr 2008 56,427 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 55,642 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 54,503 miles

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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E396 BTT is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1988 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 54,621 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E396 BTT, 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 38 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E396 BTT registered?

E396 BTT is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 24 May 1988.

Is E396 BTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E396 BTT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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