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GK02 TBU

2002 Tvr Tuscan

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

37,632 mi
Last recorded37,632 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Tvr Tuscan29,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 TBU
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 37,632 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 37,045 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 36,542 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 34,504 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage to offside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 33,372 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 31,922 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 29,108 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 28,658 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 26,119 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 22,967 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 20,517 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 16,963 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 16,963 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2) DANGEROUS

Fail 31 Dec 2013 16,803 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 16,508 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 16,306 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,108 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 15,819 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 15,817 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 14,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Nov 2005 13,019 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 13,019 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 12,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

front tyres worn on inner edges

How Reliable is the Tvr Tuscan?

Based on 24,752 MOT tests across 1,685 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
1,113
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 610
Headlamp aim too high 584
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 369
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 365
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 334
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GK02 TBU is a 2002 Tvr Tuscan in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,555 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 Tuscan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK02 TBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tuscan typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK02 TBU registered?

GK02 TBU is a 2002 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 23 July 2002.

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The MOT history for GK02 TBU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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