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K168 DCF

1993 Tvr S3

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

79,924 mi
Last recorded79,924 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK168 DCF
MakeTvr
ModelS3
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 79,924 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 79,844 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 79,532 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 78,629 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 78,204 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 77,364 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 76,661 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 73,106 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 71,505 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 68,664 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 67,656 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 67,656 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 66,612 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 66,610 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Vehicle started to overheat during emmissions test.. Vehicle cooling system topped up with water but circulation seems poor

Pass 11 Sep 2008 63,933 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 62,001 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 59,507 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 58,603 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 58,603 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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K168 DCF is a 1993 Tvr S3 in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 K168 DCF, 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 33 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 K168 DCF registered?

K168 DCF is a 1993 Tvr S3, first registered on 20 February 1993.

Is K168 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K168 DCF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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