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F259 RDX

1989 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,469 mi
Last recorded84,469 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 1989 Tvr Tasmin57,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF259 RDX
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2021 84,469 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

centre exhaust mounts perished

Pass 8 Dec 2015 84,096 miles

Chassis in poor condition

rear brake discs in poor condition

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

slight play in offside front upper ball joint

Pass 14 Jan 2014 83,854 miles

both rear uj joints slight play

n/s/r tyre wearing low

Fail 18 Dec 2013 83,853 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 83,370 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 83,363 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

fuel filter corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2008 83,238 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 78,008 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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F259 RDX is a 1989 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 57,818 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 F259 RDX, 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 37 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 F259 RDX registered?

F259 RDX is a 1989 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 17 January 1989.

Is F259 RDX safe to buy?

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