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G490 RGC

1990 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 3954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,657 mi
Last recorded43,657 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1990 Tvr Tasmin55,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG490 RGC
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,954cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 43,657 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2024 43,616 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2024 43,583 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2023 43,323 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 42,829 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 42,632 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 41,971 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 41,170 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front suspension componants corroded

rear suspension componants corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2015 41,170 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front suspension componants corroded

rear suspension componants corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2014 40,521 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

handbrake lever slightly high

Pass 2 May 2013 39,215 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 37,771 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 37,045 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 34,400 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

fuel pipe cracked,not leaking,pipe located between fuel pump and acumulator canister.

Pass 24 Apr 2008 33,349 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 32,631 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 32,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 31,599 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

central exhaust box nearside mounting slightly perished

coolant pipe 't' piece by filler cap leaking slightly and pipe is cracking

fuel filter by tank chafing against frame.

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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G490 RGC is a 1990 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 3,954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 55,635 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 G490 RGC, 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 36 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G490 RGC registered?

G490 RGC is a 1990 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 21 April 1990.

Is G490 RGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G490 RGC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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