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N18 TVR

2003 Tvr Tuscan

Black Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,447 mi
Last recorded100,447 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Tvr Tuscan27,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN18 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 100,447 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 100,410 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 100,317 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 100,178 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 99,674 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 98,925 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 98,131 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 96,921 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 87,966 miles

surface rust on rear brake discs

unable to visually check underbonnet components due to fixed bonnet

Fail 24 Jul 2014 87,966 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

surface rust on rear brake discs

unable to visually check underbonnet components due to fixed bonnet

Fail 1 Jul 2014 87,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

engine bay components not checked due to fixed bonnet

oil leak on transmission

passenger seat missing

slight p,a,s fluid leak from steering rack

Pass 10 Jul 2013 78,163 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 69,586 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 59,243 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010

both rear top arm bushes moved over

discs slightly pitted

Pass 23 Jul 2009 29,848 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 29,128 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 26,637 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 26,562 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 23,020 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 23,020 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 17,397 miles

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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N18 TVR is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan in Black with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 27,694 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 N18 TVR, 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 23 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N18 TVR registered?

N18 TVR is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is N18 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N18 TVR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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