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KUY 420X

1982 Tvr Tasmin

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,810 mi
Last recorded72,810 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Tvr Tasmin64,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUY 420X
MakeTvr
ModelTasmin
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 72,810 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 72,676 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 72,402 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2020 72,401 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking in boot fuel pump pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam pop up sticking (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2013 72,400 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 72,399 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 76,400 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 76,400 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2010 72,399 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 8 Feb 2010 72,399 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 72,999 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2007 72,399 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Tvr Tasmin?

Based on 6,420 MOT tests across 605 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
605
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 216
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Headlamp aim too low 156
brake binding 143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
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KUY 420X is a 1982 Tvr Tasmin in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Tvr Tasmin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 64,001 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 Tasmin fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KUY 420X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tasmin typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Tvr Tasmin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KUY 420X?

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What year was KUY 420X registered?

KUY 420X is a 1982 Tvr Tasmin, first registered on 14 May 1982.

Is KUY 420X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUY 420X shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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