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MEV 171J

1970 Tvr Tuscan

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,381 mi
Last recorded51,381 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2010
Typical for 1970 Tvr Tuscan46,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEV 171J
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2010 51,381 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 46,858 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 44,490 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

servo hose weak

Fail 13 Oct 2008 44,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

servo hose weak

Pass 27 Jun 2007 42,340 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 42,298 miles

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Lower rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

ns rear light dim

Pass 3 Jul 2006 39,028 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Tvr Tuscan?

Based on 24,752 MOT tests across 1,685 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
1,113
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 610
Headlamp aim too high 584
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 369
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 365
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 334
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MEV 171J is a 1970 Tvr Tuscan in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 46,216 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 Tuscan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MEV 171J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tuscan typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 56 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MEV 171J registered?

MEV 171J is a 1970 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is MEV 171J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEV 171J shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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