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H501 EGV

1990 Tvr S3

Green Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

66,196 mi
Last recorded66,196 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1990 Tvr S367,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH501 EGV
MakeTvr
ModelS3
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 66,196 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 17 May 2012 66,190 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear service brakes have an imbalance. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 17 May 2011 65,870 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front fog lamp not working

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2011 65,870 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front fog lamp not working

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 65,422 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 65,422 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 64,579 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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H501 EGV is a 1990 Tvr S3 in Green with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Tvr S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 67,885 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 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 H501 EGV, 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 36 years old, this Tvr S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H501 EGV registered?

H501 EGV is a 1990 Tvr S3, first registered on 7 November 1990.

Is H501 EGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H501 EGV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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