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SW04 TVR

2004 Tvr Tuscan

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,517 mi
Last recorded120,517 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Tvr Tuscan23,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW04 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 120,517 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to chassis outriggers

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 116,017 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 May 2025 116,016 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 112,358 miles

All suspension wishbones showing signs of corrosion.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column lower bearing has slight play.

Fail 13 May 2024 112,356 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

All suspension wishbones showing signs of corrosion.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column lower bearing has slight play.

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 109,759 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 41,525 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 103,211 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 101,252 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 96,713 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 96,713 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 92,559 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 92,559 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2017 89,301 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 82,944 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 77,956 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 69,752 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2013 60,273 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 60,273 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 53,187 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 46,643 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 38,315 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 29,484 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 25,374 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 May 2008 19,943 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 19,943 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 May 2007 11,416 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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SW04 TVR is a 2004 Tvr Tuscan in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 23,051 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 SW04 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 22 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 SW04 TVR registered?

SW04 TVR is a 2004 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is SW04 TVR safe to buy?

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