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H488 AMA

1991 Tvr S3

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,166 mi
Last recorded54,166 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1991 Tvr S373,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH488 AMA
MakeTvr
ModelS3
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 54,166 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 54,052 miles

Nearside Front Outer Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Front Outer Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Fail 15 Apr 2016 54,052 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Front Outer Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 54,042 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 53,989 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 53,957 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 53,791 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 53,760 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 53,447 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 52,816 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 52,296 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 58,680 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 49,150 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr S3?

Based on 1,724 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 35
Stop lamp not working 29
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
position lamp(s) not working 23
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H488 AMA is a 1991 Tvr S3 in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1991 Tvr S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 73,223 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr S3 fails its MOT is vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H488 AMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Tvr S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H488 AMA registered?

H488 AMA is a 1991 Tvr S3, first registered on 19 March 1991.

Is H488 AMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H488 AMA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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