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PO53 BWZ

2003 Tvr Tuscan

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

22,817 mi
Last recorded22,817 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Tvr Tuscan27,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 BWZ
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 22,817 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 23,396 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 23,176 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 22,707 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 22,234 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 21,548 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 21,278 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 20,808 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 19,959 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 19,942 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 19,000 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 18,357 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play rack arm (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 18,352 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play rack arm (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 17,606 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 16,664 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 16,089 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 15,452 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 14,636 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 13,525 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 13,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 11,967 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 9,582 miles

slight play n/s front suspension

Pass 3 Aug 2006 7,611 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/front tyre has a cut in the tread

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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PO53 BWZ is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PO53 BWZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO53 BWZ registered?

PO53 BWZ is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is PO53 BWZ safe to buy?

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