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F408 YUA

1988 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

69,317 mi
Last recorded69,317 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1988 Tvr Tasmin54,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF408 YUA
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 69,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2022 69,317 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive idle (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 68,583 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 64,986 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 64,986 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 63,315 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 63,271 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 63,204 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 63,012 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 62,620 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 61,905 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 61,708 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 61,708 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 61,595 miles

EXCESS TRAVEL HANDBRAKE...N/S/R TYREWORN TOO LEGAL LIMITS

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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F408 YUA is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F408 YUA, 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 F408 YUA registered?

F408 YUA is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F408 YUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F408 YUA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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