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F550 KGH

1988 Tvr Tasmin

Yellow Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,383 mi
Last recorded81,383 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1988 Tvr Tasmin54,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF550 KGH
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 81,383 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 81,357 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2015 80,384 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 May 2014 79,401 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 78,585 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 77,715 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2011 76,780 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 75,425 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 73,851 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 72,768 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 70,750 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 69,320 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 69,320 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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F550 KGH is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin in Yellow with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F550 KGH, 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 F550 KGH registered?

F550 KGH is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 28 October 1988.

Is F550 KGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F550 KGH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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