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J779 PCW

1992 Tvr V8S

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,322 mi
Last recorded48,322 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Tvr V8S56,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ779 PCW
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 48,322 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 48,339 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 48,322 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 48,323 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 48,322 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2015 48,252 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 48,054 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 47,969 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 47,893 miles

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 47,873 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 47,855 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 47,601 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 47,554 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr V8S?

Based on 2,227 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
506
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
position lamp(s) not working 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35
Stop lamp not working 32
Headlamp aim too low 31
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J779 PCW is a 1992 Tvr V8S in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1992 Tvr V8S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 56,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr V8S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J779 PCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr V8S typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J779 PCW registered?

J779 PCW is a 1992 Tvr V8S, first registered on 21 February 1992.

Is J779 PCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J779 PCW 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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