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F235 ENV

1988 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

63,072 mi
Last recorded63,072 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2013
Typical for 1988 Tvr Tasmin54,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF235 ENV
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2013 63,072 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 63,072 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 63,055 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 63,053 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 62,844 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 62,841 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

handbrake efficiency lower on o/s.

Pass 23 Mar 2006 62,437 miles

n/s/front brake dragging/slight judder.

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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F235 ENV is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F235 ENV, 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

How do I check the history of F235 ENV?

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What year was F235 ENV registered?

F235 ENV is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 24 November 1988.

Is F235 ENV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F235 ENV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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