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E545 XUA

1988 Tvr S1

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,404 mi
Last recorded67,404 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Tvr S166,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE545 XUA
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 67,404 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tubular chassis surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 67,015 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 66,607 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 66,441 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 66,097 miles

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

both headlamps dim

both rear suspension arms have been welded

Fail 18 Jul 2017 66,091 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both front pipe joints (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both headlamps dim

both rear suspension arms have been welded

headlamps come on when brake applied

Pass 19 Aug 2010 660,702 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 66,059 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 65,814 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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E545 XUA is a 1988 Tvr S1 in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E545 XUA, 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 E545 XUA registered?

E545 XUA is a 1988 Tvr S1, first registered on 5 May 1988.

Is E545 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E545 XUA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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