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G382 XPK

1989 Tvr Tasmin

Blue Petrol 3943cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

47,993 mi
Last recorded47,993 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Tvr Tasmin57,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG382 XPK
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,943cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 47,993 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 47,763 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 47,763 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter connection pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 47,344 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 47,344 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2015 45,894 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 45,875 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 43,400 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 43,400 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 41,627 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 41,626 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 89,849 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 38,569 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 385,690 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 29 Sep 2009 36,792 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 36,760 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 36,496 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 35,774 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 32,447 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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G382 XPK is a 1989 Tvr Tasmin in Blue with a 3,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 G382 XPK, 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 G382 XPK registered?

G382 XPK is a 1989 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G382 XPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G382 XPK shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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