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GAZ 3538

1985 Tvr T350

Black Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,328 mi
Last recorded6,328 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Tvr T35062,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 3538
MakeTvr
ModelT350
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 6,328 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust been rubbing

Fail 6 Jul 2010 6,230 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 5,735 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 5,728 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 4,458 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 2,776 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr T350?

Based on 6,956 MOT tests across 472 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 103
Headlamp aim too high 101
Headlamp aim too low 97
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 89
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GAZ 3538 is a 1985 Tvr T350 in Black with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Tvr T350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 62,526 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr T350 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAZ 3538, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr T350 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 41 years old, this Tvr T350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GAZ 3538?

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What year was GAZ 3538 registered?

GAZ 3538 is a 1985 Tvr T350, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is GAZ 3538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 3538 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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