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F771 TLU

1988 Tvr Tasmin

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

59,586 mi
Last recorded59,586 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Tvr Tasmin54,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF771 TLU
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 59,586 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 59,497 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 59,446 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 59,417 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 59,325 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 59,273 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 59,092 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 58,993 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 58,640 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2017 58,640 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 58,348 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 58,010 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 57,691 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 57,204 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 56,880 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2011 56,411 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 55,634 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 55,394 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 55,163 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 54,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 54,882 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 54,651 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 54,651 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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F771 TLU is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 F771 TLU, 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 F771 TLU registered?

F771 TLU is a 1988 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 11 October 1988.

Is F771 TLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F771 TLU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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