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K656 AOJ

1993 Tvr V8S

Blue Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

41,225 mi
Last recorded41,225 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Tvr V8S48,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK656 AOJ
MakeTvr
ModelV8S
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 41,225 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 39,741 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 38,520 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 38,520 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 37,637 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2022 37,637 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 36,848 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 36,433 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 36,262 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 36,250 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2017 35,570 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 33,943 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 33,943 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 33,878 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 32,446 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 32,446 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 32,012 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 29,978 miles

Battery insecure

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all flexi brake hose ferrules corroded

chassis corroded

Fail 27 Jun 2009 29,978 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Battery insecure

Oil leak

front and rear brake discs surface corrosion

general condition of framed chassie corroded

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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K656 AOJ is a 1993 Tvr V8S in Blue with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1993 Tvr V8S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 48,690 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 V8S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K656 AOJ, 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 33 years old, this Tvr V8S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of K656 AOJ?

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What year was K656 AOJ registered?

K656 AOJ is a 1993 Tvr V8S, first registered on 26 March 1993.

Is K656 AOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K656 AOJ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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