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J1 RMT

1991 Tvr S1

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,040 mi
Last recorded47,040 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Tvr S148,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 RMT
MakeTvr
ModelS1
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 47,040 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 47,053 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 18 May 2022 47,047 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 46,332 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 46,321 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 45,588 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 45,350 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 43,987 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 43,674 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 43,435 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 43,183 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 42,248 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 42,113 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 42,112 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 41,958 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 41,609 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre box slightly blowing/damaged.

Rear tyres wearin slightly on inner edge and all tyres cracking very slightly.

Tail pipes braket missing.

Fail 13 Jul 2007 41,603 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 41,466 miles

FUEL TANK CORRODED

Pass 13 Jul 2005 41,187 miles

FUEL TANK CORRODED

Fail 13 Jul 2005 41,187 miles

FUEL TANK CORRODED

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Tvr S1?

Based on 1,615 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 32
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 30
Stop lamp not working 28
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J1 RMT is a 1991 Tvr S1 in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Tvr S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 48,386 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr S1 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J1 RMT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this Tvr S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J1 RMT registered?

J1 RMT is a 1991 Tvr S1, first registered on 28 November 1991.

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