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F449 DKJ

1988 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

80,197 mi
Last recorded80,197 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Tvr Tasmin54,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF449 DKJ
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 80,197 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 79,827 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 79,784 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 79,718 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 79,617 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 79,469 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 79,399 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 79,355 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 79,341 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 79,215 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 79,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 79,194 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 79,151 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 79,151 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 78,531 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 76,985 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 76,263 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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F449 DKJ is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 F449 DKJ, 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 F449 DKJ?

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What year was F449 DKJ registered?

F449 DKJ is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 20 September 1988.

Is F449 DKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F449 DKJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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