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K11 NKK

1992 Tvr S3

Green Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

55,558 mi
Last recorded55,558 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Tvr S351,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK11 NKK
MakeTvr
ModelS3
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 55,558 miles

Coil spring corroded corrosion on all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 55,344 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished and ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp When indicator or hazards are operated. (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished and ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp When indicator or hazards are operated. (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cannot confirm if deep enough to reach cords - benefit of doubt given. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Slight corrosion patches around vehicles chassis.

Fail 16 Jun 2025 55,319 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe - from cat to Centre box. (6.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished and ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp When indicator or hazards are operated. (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished and ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp When indicator or hazards are operated. (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cannot confirm if deep enough to reach cords - benefit of doubt given. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Slight corrosion patches around vehicles chassis.

Pass 22 Jun 2024 54,777 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2024 54,768 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 54,093 miles

Exhaust system leaking slightly

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 52,924 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 51,928 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 51,928 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2010 51,353 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 50,115 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 50,092 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 50,085 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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K11 NKK is a 1992 Tvr S3 in Green with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1992 Tvr S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 51,326 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 K11 NKK, 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 34 years old, this Tvr S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K11 NKK is a 1992 Tvr S3, first registered on 20 August 1992.

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