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SN53 CYA

2003 Tvr Tuscan

Yellow Petrol 3605cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,494 mi
Last recorded39,494 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Tvr Tuscan27,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 CYA
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,605cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 39,494 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 38,999 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 38,999 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 38,762 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 38,258 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 35,914 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 May 2015 34,964 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2014 34,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2013 34,304 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 32,881 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 31,460 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 30,962 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 27,826 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 23,498 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 17,192 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 17,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SN53 CYA is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan in Yellow with a 3,605cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SN53 CYA, 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 SN53 CYA registered?

SN53 CYA is a 2003 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is SN53 CYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN53 CYA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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